Cytology Preparatory Technician

Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona Department Name: Cytology-Ref Lab Work Shift: Night 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 POSITION SUMMARY Receives Cytology samples and performs processing for high complexity analysis as defined by CLIA u201888 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision. Performs all essential functions of a Testing Level II employee, as defined by the department. In addition, is responsible for all aspects of Non Gyn specimen preparation and assists with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA u201988, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). Personnel report to department supervisor. Performs well in the absence of a supervisor. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES + Demonstrates highly developed interpersonal skills. + Proficient in basic computer skills. Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skill, and high level of self-motivation. + Must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility. + Good reading, writing and math abilities. Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension. + Able to perform detailed work and to work with frequent interruptions in a stressful environment, multi-task, problem solve and memorize. + Able to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly. + Good organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS + High School graduate or equivalent and, + Successfully completed military training of 50 or more weeks and served as a medical laboratory specialist OR, + Associateu2019s degree in any field with 20 hours of chemistry and/or biological sciences credits OR, + 20 hours of chemistry and/or biological sciences credit with three (3) yearu2019s working in a clinical laboratory OR, + MLT (ASCP) PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS + Bacheloru2019s Degree in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, or related field. + Applicable laboratory experience. + Additional related education and/or experience. EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans ( Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy ( Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to make health care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, career opportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner Journey unique and fulfilling for every employee. EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans Banner Health supports a drug-free work environment.

Created: 2026-05-04