**Primary City/State:**

Phoenix, Arizona

**Department Name:**

**Work Shift:**

Varied

**Job Category:**

Lab

**Come do great work on behalf of better health!**

**We are seeking either a MLS or MLT to work in our clinical microbiology lab which has a very unique variety of testing available and some of the most interesting clinical microbiology in the Phoenix metropolitan area. To find out more about this lab check out us out at:** **https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/banner-university-medical-center-mega-micro-lab-amy-braun/**

**This unique opportunity provides a variety of micro clinical testing to include Mycology AFB, and Nocardia as well as a team oriented, learning fostering environment!**

**Sonora Quest Laboratories, a joint venture between Banner Health and Quest Diagnostics, is one of the nation’s largest integrated laboratory system with approximately 3,800 employees, performing more than 97 million diagnostic tests per year. We are CAP accredited and are the only healthcare company ever to receive our state’s highest quality award, the** **_Arizona Governor’s Award for Quality_** **.**

**We are seeking knowledgeable,** **resourceful, and** **adaptable employees** **who enjoy busy work environments, problem solving, and innovative process improvement. We want to have the best possible impact in patient diagnostic outcomes and are looking for likeminded, patient focused folks who genuinely care about patient care.**

**All shifts available. Please let us know what shift you are looking for when you apply!**

**POSITION SUMMARY**

This position performs waived and non-waived tests as defined by CLIA ‘88 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision. Assists with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). Personnel report to department supervisor. 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**

+ Applicant must meet one of the following criteria to qualify:

+ Associate degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, or

+ Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts will be reviewed to determine eligibility).

+ Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-G/part-493/subpart-M/subject-group-ECFR2640b368593bdb0/section-493.1489) , or

+ Meet other criteria defined in 42CFR493.1489 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-G/part-493/subpart-M/subject-group-ECFR2640b368593bdb0/section-493.1489) or 42CFR493.1491 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-G/part-493/subpart-M/subject-group-ECFR2640b368593bdb0/section-493.1491) (including US military medical laboratory procedures training courses)

+ 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 and translated diploma.

+ Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS**

+ MLT 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.

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