Clinical Laboratory Technologist
About The Position
Labcorp is seeking a Technologist to join its team at Franklin Woods Community Hospital in Johnson City, Tennessee. The role performs clinical laboratory testing and related technical procedures to support quality patient care. The technologist evaluates specimens, operates and troubleshoots instrumentation, makes technical decisions, reports results, maintains quality control and equipment, and helps process specimens as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., with rotating weekends, working four days per week. Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts may be needed depending on business needs.
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.
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 the acceptability of specimens 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 processing specimens when needed.
- Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), subject to schedule eligibility
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
