Laboratory Technologist

Posting Date 06/08/26 Application Deadline 06/12/26 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 Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including an incentive Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Laboratory experience working as a laboratory technologist or equivalent Experience working with an electronic laboratory system and an electronic medical record Associate's degree or higher in Laboratory Science, Biology, Medical Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or Medical Laboratory Technology 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 Experience working in a public health laboratory 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 the manufacturer's guidelines Verifies correct instrument operations using established procedures and quality control checks Identify causes 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 Train 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 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 and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process. Apply Now! We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona’s Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!