HonorHealth·Scottsdale, Arizona
The Clinical Lab Assistant is responsible for performing phlebotomy, processing specimens, and maintaining laboratory equipment. They also handle clerical duties, data entry, and provide customer service to support laboratory operations.
Responsibilities: Job summary
Responsible for assisting with specified technical procedures in one or more sections of the Clinical Laboratory. Performs a variety of tasks requiring skills in phlebotomy and general office to include customer service, clerical and computer/data entry.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Retrieves specimens from pneumatic tube system and initiates processing.
Prepares samples for analysis by manual or automated methods in accordance with instructions in the section procedure manual and defined standards of performance.
Distributes to work areas and loads specimens on designated instruments where applicable.
Performs department specific duties to assist tech (i.e. blood bank, micro).
Prepares specimens to be sent out for reference testing including: completing of requisition, packaging, storage and notification to courier for pickup.
Performs and documents instrument function verification, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment to ensure proper operation according to section guidelines.
Answers telephone and follows through with requests.
Maintains inventory and stock supplies.
Reviews all laboratory/hospital system policies, procedures and communications.
Assists in training new staff and students.
Performs phlebotomy as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION High School Diploma or GED Required: EXPERIENCE 2 years, to 5 years phlebotomy/CLA experience Preferred
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS Medical Technologist (AMT) - Certification, American Certified Office Laboratory Technician (COLT) Required or Certificate of Completion for Laboratory Assisting program from an accredited school Required or Certificate of Completion Laboratory Assistant Program Required or Certificate of Completion of Laboratory Assisting Program Required or Equivalent certification Required or No certification required for individuals with 1 to 2 years lab experience Required or Certified Office Laboratory Technician or equivalent Preferred or We're all in for your career.
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED and relevant laboratory certifications or equivalent experience. A minimum of 2 to 5 years of phlebotomy or clinical laboratory assistant experience is preferred.
Market context
In Arizona, assistant clinical lab roles are typically driven by steady demand in hospitals, outpatient labs, and diagnostic settings. Competition often centers on candidates who pair a high school diploma or GED with lab-assisting certification or equivalent experience, plus 2 to 5 years in phlebotomy or clinical lab work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight hands-on specimen handling and patient-facing accuracy.