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Laboratory TechnologistMaricopa County • Phoenix, AZ, United States
Laboratory Technologist

Laboratory Technologist

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Posting Date

10 / 20 / 25

Application Deadline

10 / 22 / 25

Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range : $28.00 - $34.75 hourly

Full Pay Range : $28.00 - $41.50 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Public Health

About the Position

We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Laboratory Technologist to join our laboratory team. In this exciting role, you will perform a wide range of clinical laboratory testing procedures, including those of moderate to high complexity, sometimes of an urgent nature.Your work will play a critical role in diagnosing and aiding the treatment of Clinical Services patients.By providing accurate and timely test results, you will be at the forefront of public health, ensuring that medical professionals can make informed decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about science, healthcare, and making a public health impact.

About Us

Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH's mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on health equity and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all.

Proud To Offer

Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

Associate's degree or higher in Laboratory Science, Biology, Medical Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or Medical Laboratory Technology

Please note that upon hire, the candidate will be required to submit transcripts to qualify for performing high complexity testing under CLIA 88.

Coursework and training of at least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution, is required to include :

24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses OR

24 semester hours of science courses (that include 6 semester hours of chemistry; 6 semester hours of biology; and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination)

Laboratory training that includes either of the following :

Completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, the CAHEA, or other organization approved by HHS (This training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed in the above paragraph);

Three months of documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing

We Also Value

Laboratory experience working as a laboratory technologist or equivalent

Experience working in a public health laboratory

Experience working with an electronic laboratory system and an electronic medical record

Job Contributions

Performs moderate and high complexity clinical laboratory testing procedures in the areas of bacteriology, serology, immunology, parasitology, virology, and mycobacteriology to confirm or rule out the existence of sexually transmitted diseases, pregnancy, HIV, intestinal parasites, and Tuberculosis, and to monitor the effects of Tuberculosis treatment on a patient, including preparing specimens of blood, urine, bodily fluids, or other specimen types for testing; reading and interpreting cultures, microscopic stains, wet mounts, dark field examinations, and drug susceptibility tests; identifying and reporting bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms; analyzing tests results; interpreting laboratory findings, completing laboratory reports, and reporting results to appropriate medical provider or submitting agency

Operates specialized laboratory equipment

Monitors, calibrates, and maintains devices according to manufacturer's guidelines

Verifies correct instrument operations using established procedures and quality control checks

Identifies the cause of instrument problems and testing failures

Conducts quality control procedures on equipment, reagents, media, and test kits

Maintains proper records for quality control reports in compliance with the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)

Performs specimen reception, data entry duties, and workload and statistics gathering duties

Trains other laboratory technologists

Maintains orders and stocks supplies as needed

Working Conditions

Work will occur in an office and field environment alongside an interactive team environment, with long periods of standing and exposure to biohazard materials such as bodily specimens (blood, urine, and oral fluid)

Potential exposure to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, poor ventilation, and other related conditions and situations

Ability to exert 20-25 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly, and walk / stand to a significant degree

Valid Arizona driver's license is required upon hire

Travel will be required to attend conferences, trainings, and possibly varying work locations

Must be able to participate in emergency response training as scheduled and be available to respond as directed in the event of a public health emergency

Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and / or a Tuberculosis test

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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