Sonora Quest Tucson, AZ 85702
**Primary City/State:**
Tucson, Arizona
**Department Name:**
Lab-BUMCS
**Work Shift:**
Night
**Job Category:**
Lab
**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.
**DATE APPROVED** 05/26/2024
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