Medical Lab Technologist

Labcorp•Nashville, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist generalist to join its team at Ascension St. Thomas Midtown Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee. The role works in a high-volume, production-based environment and performs an essential component of clinical laboratory science to support quality patient care. The schedule is second shift, Monday through Friday, 1:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with every-third-weekend rotation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology; alternatively, an MLS degree.
At least 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience, unless holding an MLS degree.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Familiarity with laboratory information systems.
Proficiency with computers.
Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and organizational skills.
Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience as an MLS generalist in hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, and chemistry.
ASCP or AMT certification.

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.