Degreed Lab Technologist - Methodist at Carle Health Peoria, AZ

Overview

Degreed Lab Technologist – Methodist job at Carle Health. Peoria, AZ. Sign-on Bonus Available! Relocation bonus available for 1yr+ experience and >50mi.

Responsibilities

• Supports preanalytical, analytical, and post‑analytical laboratory workflows.
• Processes, aliquots, prepares specimens for transport/testing and performs CLIA waived and moderate‑complexity testing.
• Supports microbiology, molecular, urinalysis, and chemistry laboratory areas.
• Determines acceptability of specimens within guidelines, labels, stores, and prepares reagents/standards/calibrators.
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance activities; documents appropriately.
• Rejects inappropriate specimens; logs specimens into laboratory information system.
• Recommends appropriate test orders and assists in test selection.
• Selects appropriate culture media, incubation temperatures, and atmosphere for microbiology cultures.
• Organizes and prioritizes work for optimum turnaround time; observes safety guidelines.
• Performs streaking and quantification of bacterial plates.
• Evals new products, assays, systems, and instrumentation.
• Performs linearity, sensitivity, precision, correlation, and reference range validation.
• Follows test protocols, performs dilutions, calculates data, and performs identification and susceptibility testing.
• Completes proficiency testing within assigned timeframe; conducts quality control and calibration.
• Investigates out‑of‑control QC and resolves issues before testing resumes.
• Performs competency assessments of testing personnel.
• Teaches procedures to students, peers, and new employees.
• Maintains QC testing and documentation per regulatory agencies.
• Reviews worksheets and maintenance logs; investigates or corrects as needed.
• Ensures CLIA waived and moderate‑complexity testing is performed with good laboratory practice.
• Recognizes implausible results, unusual reactions, errors, and instrument malfunctions; investigates and problem‑solves.
• Enters results accurately and documents required notifications.
• Improves turnaround time by using work center logs and computer functions.
• Communicates unresolved method and equipment problems using manufacturer resources.
• Supports smooth operation by contributing ideas and assisting in cost‑effective changes.
• Provides support for lead tech, managers, and coordinators, and assists other laboratory sections.
• Maintains instruments, refrigerators, freezers, and work/storage areas; cleans and fills consumables.
• Generates electronic messages, prepares reports, and completes data sheets using computer capabilities.
• Communicates incidents, complaints, and concerns to appropriate parties and enters them into the event reporting system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science or related field (required).
• Experience in a clinical laboratory setting; familiarity with pre‑, intra‑, and post‑analytical processes.
• Strong technical skills in specimen handling, reagent preparation, and quality control.
• Knowledge of microbiology culture techniques, incubation, and identification.
• Ability to perform CLIA waived and moderate‑complexity testing and follow manufacturer specifications.
• Proficiency in data entry, result verification, and use of laboratory information systems.
• Effective communication skills for discussing findings, troubleshooting, and training.
• Commitment to safety, accuracy, and quality assurance.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $23.43 per hour – $39.13 per hour. Actual compensation depends on experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model.

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. For more information, visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Carle Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E‑Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.