Laboratory Specimen Prep Technician

West Tennessee Healthcare; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to handle specimen prep duties and related tasks in the lab. The role requires basic science knowledge, ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic, and is performed under direct supervision of the shift manager.

Essential duties include preparing specimens, recording results, accessioning, and ensuring timely sample processing. Prior lab experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic and has a basic knowledge of sciences.
• Prior laboratory experience is considered.
• N/A

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned unique specimen preparations for lab studies.
• Records, enter into the computer and file results under supervision.
• Performs ordering and registration of specimens.

Skills

Specimen prep

Record results

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to handle specimen prep duties and related tasks in the lab. The role requires basic science knowledge, ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic, and is performed under direct supervision of the shift manager.

Essential duties include preparing specimens, recording results, accessioning, and ensuring timely sample processing. Prior lab experience is preferred.