Medical Lab Scientist I/Medical Lab Technician I at Sonora Quest Laboratories
Tucson, AZ
About the Job
Primary City/State:
Tucson, Arizona
Department Name:
Lab-BUMCS
Work Shift:
Night
Job Category:
Lab
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for a high level of technical knowledge and application of that knowledge to department testing, clinical relevance, and complex problem-solving skills. This position serves as a department resource and is responsible for assisting with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). May be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of biological specimens into the laboratory.
Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
DATE APPROVED 05/26/2024
EEO Statement:
EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
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Tucson, Arizona
Department Name:
Lab-BUMCS
Work Shift:
Night
Job Category:
Lab
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for a high level of technical knowledge and application of that knowledge to department testing, clinical relevance, and complex problem-solving skills. This position serves as a department resource and is responsible for assisting with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). May be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of biological specimens into the laboratory.
Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science/medical technology, OR
- Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility) AND certification (MLS or categorical).
- Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility.
- For certain specialty disciplines ONLY (Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available from a certifying agency, a bachelor's degree with one year of experience in that discipline is required.
- Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MLS/MT or categorical certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB).
- Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and knowledge of medical terminology.
- Previous experience with phlebotomy and processing.
- Additional related education and/or experience
DATE APPROVED 05/26/2024
EEO Statement:
EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
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