Vitalant Research Institute
Clinical Lab Specialist
AZ Phoenix Lab
Sponsorship not specified$26k-$35kDetected 9 days ago
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About the role
- At Vitalant, our work is more than laboratory testing-it's part of a larger mission to help save and improve lives.
- The position is classified as CLIA high-complexity testing personnel.
- $26.39-$34.84/hour, depending on experience
Responsibilities
- As a Clinical Laboratory Specialist, you'll perform routine testing of biological specimens while providing skilled technical support and working with other team members to ensure timely, quality test results.
- Prepare and prequalify reagents and perform routine testing of biological samples.
- Perform preventive maintenance and quality control on laboratory equipment.
- Identify equipment malfunctions, perform basic troubleshooting and notify appropriate personnel when needed.
- Perform equipment calibration.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation while protecting donor, patient and employee confidentiality.
- Maintain clean equipment and work areas while adhering to established safety guidelines.
- Perform assigned responsibilities in compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- CLIA requirements for high complexity testing required.
- California testing requirements must be met within one year required.
- Valid driver's license required.
- Meet and maintain company driver eligibility required.
- Assist with required competency assessments and documentation.
- Bachelor's degree.
- You're a detail-oriented laboratory professional who understands the importance of accuracy, quality and consistency in a high-complexity testing environment. You bring strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, communicate effectively and enjoy contributing as part of a collaborative team.
- Required:
- Meets CLIA requirements for high-complexity testing.
- One year of HLA clinical laboratory experience.
- Strong analytical, statistical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to organize, prioritize and execute a variable workload with multiple priorities.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively as an active member of a team.
- Preferred:
Nice to have
- One-year HLA clinical laboratory experience required.
- Two years HLA clinical laboratory experience preferred.
- Certified Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) preferred.
Skills
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
- Must have analytical, statistical, personal organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Must have proficient computer skills.
- Must have good customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Able to organize, prioritize, and execute a variable workload and multiple priorities.
Compensation
- Compensation Considerations:
Benefits
- You'll join a collaborative laboratory team where precision, quality and continuous improvement are essential to the work we do and the patients and healthcare partners we serve.
Company info
- You bring strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, communicate effectively and enjoy contributing as part of a collaborative team.
- If you are impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, a company created to care, and a team committed to lead - together.
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