Cellular Therapies Lab Specialist I

Primary City/State:

Department Name:

Work Shift:

Job Category:

Join one of Arizona's leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where your work directly supports life-saving medical testing and patient care. Whether you're beginning your lab career or bringing experience to the table, this role offers hands-on impact and career growth in a high-demand healthcare setting. Come do great work on behalf of better health!

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00AM-3:30 PM

POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for performing technical processing procedures related to autologous and allogeneic peripheral blood stem cells, bone marrow, and therapeutic cellular therapy products. This position will prepare products for transplantation and participate in patient bedside infusion and perform laboratory operations with strict adherence to applicable regulations and standards.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.
 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

Job requires standing and sitting for prolonged periods, frequently walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motion. Ability to lift/push/pull 20-50lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, radiation, blood/body fluids, biological hazards, and infectious disease.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Professional demeanor with appropriate communication skills with co-workers, clinical team, and patients. Understanding proper behavior, actions, and language in the work environment.

• Serving, managing, and supporting internal and external customers. Positive working relationships with peers, management, and customers.

• Ability to perform detailed work; work with frequent interruptions, multi-task, problem solve and memorization.

• Participates as a team member and is also accountable for individual responsibilities. Displays productive work habits and facilitates positive workflow. Offers help to co-workers in completing tasks and providing positive team dynamic.

• Detail oriented and exceptional organization skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science/medical technology, OR

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological (transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility) AND certification (MLS or categorical)

• One (1) year of related experience in cellular processing, aseptic technique, and/or cryopreservation methods.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with autologous and allogeneic stem cell processing.

• AABB Cellular Therapies Certification.

• Additional related education and/or experience.  

EEO Statement:

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

Privacy Policy: