Job Information
Sonora Quest Flow Cytometry Sample Processing Technician in Phoenix, Arizona
Primary City/State:
Phoenix, Arizona
Department Name:
Flow Cytometry-Ref Lab
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Lab
POSITION SUMMARY
Performs specimen receipt, accessioning for all samples received in the Flow Cytometry department. Performs blood, bone marrow, fluid and tissue processing according to the defined SOPs. Performs instrument QC, start-up, shutdown, basic instrument and assay troubleshooting, monitors pending, receives supplies and reagents in the laboratory and related QA/QC procedures. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge and ability to operate centrifuge, pipettor, vortex, gravimetric scale
Basic understanding and knowledge of laboratory software for the receipt and accessioning of samples, pulling pending lists, troubleshooting lost specimens.
Ability to learn instrument operation (AQUIOS, Navios, TQ-Prep, Prep Plus, Sysmex XN, Sysmex Xi, various centrifuges), review QC and determine if it is acceptable to run patient samples
Ability to discern when assistance from leadership is needed.
Ability to clearly communicate and document laboratory issues to leadership
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to learn from mistakes and receive feedback with positive intention
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School graduate or equivalent and successfully completed military training of 50 or more weeks and served as a medical laboratory specialist OR, an Associate’s degree in any field with 20 hours of chemistry and/or biological sciences credits OR, three (3) years’ experience working in a clinical laboratory or hospital environment as an MLT (ASCP).
Demonstrates highly developed interpersonal skills. Proficient in basic computer skills. Demonstrates excellent problem solving skill, and high level of self-motivation.
Must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.
Good reading, writing and math abilities. Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.
Able to perform detailed work and to work with frequent interruptions in a stressful environment, multi-task, problem solve and memorize.
Able to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
Good organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Previous Flow Cytometry sample processing experience
Associate’s Degree in biology or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
Two years training and experience in high-complexity testing
Additional related education and/or experience.
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