Clinical Laboratory Technician

Labcorp•Johnson City, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join its team in Johnson City, Tennessee. The technician evaluates specimens for testing, performs routine and complex laboratory procedures, operates and troubleshoots instrumentation, and makes technical decisions related to testing and problem solving. The role also involves preparing and evaluating reagents or controls, reporting accurate and timely results, conducting and documenting preventative maintenance and quality control, replenishing bench supplies, and assisting with specimen processing as needed. The technician is expected to maintain a safe work environment and use appropriate personal protective equipment. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with alternating weekends. The position requires an associate degree in a relevant science field, or potentially a qualifying non-traditional degree with applicable science credits meeting CLIA standards. Preferred qualifications include clinical laboratory testing experience and ASCP or AMT certification. Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits, subject to the stated exceptions.

Requirements

Associate degree in a chemical or biological science, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology; qualifying non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may also satisfy the education requirement.
Understanding of laboratory operations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Computer proficiency and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Nice To Haves

Three months or more of clinical laboratory testing experience.
ASCP or AMT certification.
Experience working in a high-volume laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

Determine whether specimens are acceptable for testing according to established criteria.
Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
Make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care.
Perform and document preventative maintenance and quality control procedures.
Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
Assist with specimen processing when needed.
Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.