Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Core Lab

Labcorp•Knoxville, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist to join its Core Lab team at UT Medical in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role performs routine and complex laboratory testing and related technical procedures in accordance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures. The technologist evaluates specimen acceptability, operates and troubleshoots instruments, prepares and evaluates reagents or controls, and reports accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care. The position also includes preventative maintenance, quality control documentation, supply replenishment, specimen processing as needed, and maintaining a safe work environment with appropriate personal protective equipment. The schedule rotates on a two-week cycle. Week 1 is Monday, Tuesday, and Friday through Sunday; Week 2 is Wednesday and Thursday. Scheduled hours are 2:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts may be needed based on business needs. A $6,000 sign-on bonus is available to external candidates only. Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), paid time off or flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan. Eligibility varies for employees working fewer than 20 hours per week and for certain casual, intern, temporary, or 7-on/7-off schedules.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
At least 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience, or an MLS degree.
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.
Non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may satisfy education requirements in lieu of the listed education requirements.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 months 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.

Benefits

$6,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates only.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan.
Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), subject to eligibility and schedule.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.