Medical Lab Scientist II

Position Title: Medical Lab Scientist II
Work Location: 5005 S 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85040
Assignment Duration: 3+ months
Work Schedule: 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Vaccine requirements: Hep B offered- declination accepted.
Medical Screening: Color Vision Screening.

Responsibilities are interchangeable within job titles of Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist, or Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Work environment/department details will be listed within the specific requirement. This role is responsible for determining the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.

• Short staffed Core Lab generalist role at Sunshine Lab

• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures

• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality

• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving

• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls

• Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care

• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures

• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary

• Assist with specimen processing when needed

• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or equivalent education meeting local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements

• Minimum 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience required

• State Medical Technologist license may be required depending on assignment

• ASCP or AMT certification preferred or required depending on assignment

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

• Proficient with computers; laboratory information systems experience preferred

• Strong attention to detail with excellent communication and organizational skills

• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screening

• Flexibility to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs

• Must be active throughout the shift with frequent walking and movement

• Comfortable working in cold walk-in environments

• Ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory setting

• Must maintain speed and accuracy while processing tubes and specimens

• Strong time management skills required to handle multiple priorities and workflow demands