Clinical Laboratory Technician

Labcorp • Kingsport, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join its team in Kingsport, Tennessee. The role performs specimen evaluation and routine and complex laboratory procedures in accordance with established criteria and departmental Standard Operating Procedures. It includes operating and troubleshooting instruments, making technical testing decisions, preparing and evaluating reagents or controls, and reporting accurate, timely results to support quality patient care. The technician also performs and documents preventive maintenance and quality control, maintains testing supplies, assists with specimen processing, and follows laboratory safety and personal protective equipment requirements.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with every other weekend. Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts may be needed based on business needs.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a chemical or biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
• Non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may satisfy the education requirement.
• Understanding of laboratory operations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Proficiency with computers 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 preventive 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability coverage for employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), subject to schedule eligibility.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree