Medical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Laboratory Technician / Medical Technologist (MLT/MLS) – Generalist

Location: Prescott Valley, AZ

Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Compensation: $30–$35 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis

About the Opportunity

Lighthouse Lab Services is partnering with a growing healthcare organization in Prescott Valley, Arizona, to identify a qualified Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Technologist to join its clinical laboratory team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on laboratory professional with experience across generalist areas such as chemistry, hematology, toxicology, and specimen processing. The ideal candidate enjoys performing patient testing, troubleshooting instrumentation, maintaining quality standards, and contributing to efficient laboratory operations.

The organization is also open to candidates with a molecular diagnostics background, particularly those experienced in PCR-based testing and pharmacogenomics. This presents an opportunity to contribute to the expansion of in-house molecular testing capabilities.

Local Arizona candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates relocating from outside the area.

About the Organization

Our client is an established medical group with 34 locations and more than 150 healthcare providers, serving over 200,000 patients across Arizona and Nevada.

The organization is committed to improving quality of life through personalized, preventive healthcare. Its services extend beyond primary care to include cardiovascular health, behavioral health, allergy testing and immunotherapy, in-house laboratory testing, imaging, chronic disease management, and other specialty services.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine clinical laboratory testing across generalist areas, including chemistry, hematology, and toxicology.
• Process, receive, prepare, and analyze patient specimens in accordance with established laboratory procedures.
• Perform quality control testing and document results to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance with laboratory standards.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation to support efficient testing workflows.
• Review and document test results while following established protocols and quality assurance procedures.
• Utilize laboratory information systems and other computer applications to record testing data and maintain accurate patient records.
• Track and resolve issues involving missing, delayed, or improperly collected specimens.
• Identify, document, and report deviations from established procedures and quality standards.
• Follow applicable CLIA regulations, HIPAA requirements, safety standards, and laboratory Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient laboratory workspace.
• Collaborate with laboratory colleagues and management to support daily operations and timely reporting of results.
• Participate in staff training, competency assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• For candidates with relevant molecular experience, support PCR-based testing and pharmacogenomics workflows as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or an equivalent qualification preferred; an appropriate bachelor's degree or completion of an accredited MLT/MT/MLS program may also qualify.
• Clinical laboratory experience in chemistry, hematology, toxicology, specimen processing, or other generalist bench areas preferred.
• ASCP or AMT certification preferred but not required; relevant hands-on laboratory experience may be considered in place of certification, subject to applicable testing personnel requirements.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative laboratory team.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems and general computer applications.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to follow established testing protocols, quality control procedures, and laboratory safety standards.
• Ability to pass a standardized color vision screening.
• Flexibility to work overtime or adjusted hours based on laboratory needs.
• Candidates with molecular diagnostics experience, including PCR and pharmacogenomics, are encouraged to apply.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Tuesday–Saturday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM.
• On-site position in Prescott Valley, Arizona.
• Join an established laboratory team with bench technologists and laboratory leadership.
• Hands-on role focused on daily clinical testing, specimen processing, and laboratory quality.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly compensation: Generally $30–$35 per hour for generalist candidates, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Higher compensation may be considered for exceptional candidates or those with specialized molecular diagnostics experience.
• Relocation assistance may be available on a case-by-case basis for qualified candidates.
• Medical insurance through UnitedHealthcare, with benefits eligibility after 90 days.
• 401(k) retirement plan; employer matching is not currently offered.
• 10 days of paid time off (two work weeks).
• Seven paid holidays.
• Holiday work is compensated at time-and-a-half, in addition to a paid day off.
• Opportunities for professional growth, continued learning, and career development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Interested in Learning More?

If you're an MLT, MLS, MT, or Medical Technologist with hands-on generalist laboratory experience, this is an opportunity to contribute to patient care while growing your career in a supportive clinical laboratory environment.

Candidates with experience in chemistry, hematology, toxicology, specimen receiving, or molecular diagnostics are encouraged to apply.

Apply today to connect with Lighthouse Lab Services and learn more about this opportunity in Prescott Valley, Arizona.