Cytology Prep Assistant

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona

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Sonora Quest Laboratories Corporate (424 S 56th St) Until 9/21/2026 0+ years exp First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

Primary City/State:

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:

Work Shift:

Varied

Job Category:

Lab

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!

Two shift options:

Day Shift 6:00am - 2:30pm

Night Shift 8:00pm - 4:30am

POSITION SUMMARY

Receives Cytology samples and performs processing for high complexity analysis as defined by CLIA ‘88 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision. Assists with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). Personnel report to department supervisor. CPP I is proficient in all Primary Tasks and Secondary Standardized Tasks and knowledgeable in Quality, Secondary Non Standardized, Maintenance tasks and Specialty Tasks specific to job area, i.e., Either Order Entry or Gyn Prep. CPP II is proficient in all Primary Tasks and Secondary Standardized Tasks and knowledgeable in Quality, Secondary Non Standardized, Maintenance tasks and Specialty Tasks specific to job areas Order Entry and Gyn Prep.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach and stretch frequently. May be required to use material handling equipment to push/and or pull up to 75 pounds and required to lift, push and/or pull up to 25 pounds. Must use standard precautions due to the threat of exposure to blood and body fluids. Able to perform instrumentation maintenance to include adequate ability to grasp and handle objects. Needs visual acuity and ability to adequately distinguish colors.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Able to communicate effectively and comprehend written and oral instructions.

  • Requires significant use of computer, phone and general office equipment.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.

  • Good reading, writing and math abilities are required.

  • Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.

  • Able to perform detailed work; work with frequent interruptions in stressful environment, multi-task, problem solve and memorization.

  • Able to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.

  • Good organizational skills are also required. Able to maintain confidentiality.

  • Basic computer skills required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Additional related education and/or Cytology experience preferred.

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About this role

Summary

Assist in cytology sample processing for high complexity analysis and lab operations

Job title

Cytology Prep Assistant

Experience level

entry level

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Arizona, onsite work only, no remote allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationbasic computer skillsdetailed work

Preferred skills

cytology experienceadditional education

Specializations

cytologylab processing
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site