CHS Career Site·Oro Valley, Arizona
The Medical Lab Technician conducts routine and specialized diagnostic tests on specimens to support patient diagnosis and care. They maintain laboratory equipment, ensure compliance with safety standards, and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
Medical Lab Technicians are eligible for up to $20,000 in Student Loan Repayment!
Why You’ll Love Working Here!
My Health – Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs My Future – PTO and Sick Time, 401(k) with Employer Match, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability CHS Pathways - Student Loan Repayment, Educational Support, and Licensure and Certification Reimbursement, Opportunities for career advancement My Advantage - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life and Long-Term Care Insurance, Pet Insurance Employee Referral Bonus Program, Reward and Recognition Programs and much more!
Medical Lab Technicians are eligible for up to $20,000 in Student Loan Repayment!
Job Summary
The Medical Lab Technician is responsible for conducting routine and specialized diagnostic tests on blood, body fluids, and other specimens to support accurate and timely patient diagnosis and care. This role requires expertise in performing moderate and high-complexity tests while adhering to strict quality control standards, laboratory protocols, and regulatory guidelines. The Medical Lab Technician is also tasked with maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to provide critical diagnostic information.
Schedule: Full-Time, Nights
Associate Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology required or Technical School completion of an official military Medical Laboratory Procedures course (50 weeks minimum) and holding the military occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist required 0-2 years of acute care laboratory experience required Licenses and Certifications MLT - Medical Lab Technician through ASCP, AMT, AAB, HEW, or equivalent certification agency required Essential Functions Performs moderate and high-complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with proper documentation. Adheres to quality control protocols, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and resolving issues promptly. Operates and maintains laboratory instruments, performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting malfunctions, and communicates issues to supervisors as needed. Demonstrates proficiency in using laboratory computer systems for general and section-specific functions. Collects, processes, and documents chain-of-custody urine drug screens as required. Ensures compliance with laboratory safety standards by wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and following safety regulations. Assists with phlebotomy duties and collaborates with team members to complete departmental tasks. Maintains accurate records and statistical data in compliance with regulatory and departmental standards. Performs other duties as assigned. INDLABPHARM
Candidates must have an Associate Degree in a relevant field or complete a military Medical Laboratory Procedures course. Additionally, 0-2 years of acute care laboratory experience is required.
Market context
Arizona hospitals and health systems often need Medical Lab Techs for overnight coverage to support continuous testing and turnaround times. These roles can be competitive because employers usually want an associate degree or military lab training plus 0-2 years of acute care experience, and night-shift reliability matters. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your training, acute care exposure, and willingness to work nights before applying.
