Laboratory Processing Technician

McKesson; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Performance-based compensation

Annual bonuses and long-term incentives

Job summary

McKesson is seeking a Laboratory Research Assistant in Nashville, TN to perform high-level medical laboratory processing for specimens from clinical trials. The role involves enhancing lab efficiency, training new staff, and managing sample processing and shipping.

Ideal candidates will have vocational training, BLS certification, and at least one year of clinical experience. Extensive benefits and competitive compensation based on performance are included.

Qualifications

• At least one year of clinical laboratory and phlebotomy or equivalent experience.
• Skill in venipuncture and blood processing.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements for safe handling of blood and body fluids.

Responsibilities

• Initiate improvements to enhance lab efficiency.
• Assist with the training of new Lab Technicians.
• Process and ship bone marrow and other samples according to sponsor instructions.

Skills

Laboratory science expertise

Phlebotomy skills

Knowledge of OSHA requirements

Venipuncture skill

Education

Vocational training or certification in laboratory science

Current BLS certification

Job description

Position Overview

Laboratory Research Assistant: perform high‑level medical laboratory processing procedures for specimens received from patients enrolled in clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Initiate improvements, tools, processes, and forms to enhance the efficiency and quality of work in the lab.
• Assist with the training of new Lab Technicians.
• Process and ship bone marrow samples according to instructions provided by the study sponsor.
• Process and ship pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic and all other samples according to sponsor instructions.
• Be the primary processor and trainer for high‑level processing procedures requested by study sponsors.
• Attend the lab portion of the site initiation visit (SIV) when possible.
• Prepare study supplies/source documents necessary for obtaining lab samples prior to patient treatment.
• Utilize an electronic medical record (EMR) for source documentation.
• Maintain accurate freezer sample logs.
• Maintain accurate records of sample acquisition and shipping; all PK samples must have source documents available in patient charts that are accurate and complete; all shipping and processing records should be maintained in the patient’s study folder.
• Schedule appropriate couriers for sample shipments.
• Ensure an adequate supply of dry ice is available for shipments.
• Respond to queries generated from study sponsor or contract lab regarding patient/sample data.
• Coordinate with medical center laboratory personnel regarding labs for research patients.
• Interface with Research Nurses to ensure all research patients have correct lab kits prior to visits and that all necessary specimens are collected per lab manual.

Qualifications

• Vocational training or certification in laboratory science and/or phlebotomy.
• Current BLS certification.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements for safe handling of blood and body fluids.
• Skill in venipuncture and blood processing.
• At least one year of clinical laboratory and phlebotomy or equivalent experience.

Benefits

The company offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well‑being. Compensation is competitive and based on performance, experience, skills, equity, job market evaluations, and geographic market factors. Additional compensation such as annual bonuses or long‑term incentive opportunities may also be offered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.