Medical Lab Technologist- Microbiology PRN

LCH Lab. Corp. of America Holdings; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 55,104,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

LabCorp is seeking a PRN Clinical Lab Technologist to join our microbiology team at Ascension St. Thomas West Hospital, Nashville, TN. The position is PRN and requires availability to cover 1st-shift weekends with potential for other shifts.

The role involves performing routine and complex microbiology testing, maintaining instrumentation, and ensuring timely, accurate results to support patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
• 1 year or more of clinical laboratory testing experience or an MLS degree.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Proficiency with computers.
• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Able to pass a standardized color‑blindness test.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

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.
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
• Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Skills

Clinical microbiology experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological sciences

MLS degree

Job description

PRN Clinical Lab Technologist

LabCorp is seeking a PRN Clinical Lab Technologist to join our microbiology team at Ascension St. Thomas West Hospital, Nashville, TN.

Work schedule is PRN and as needed with variable start and end times. The position requires availability to cover 1st‑shift weekends and may include other shifts if necessary.

Job 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.
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
• Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
• 1 year or more of clinical laboratory testing experience or an MLS degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year or more clinical microbiology MLT experience.
• 1 year or more microbiology plate‑reading experience.
• ASCP or AMT certification.

Additional Job Standards

• In lieu of the above education requirements, non‑traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may satisfy the education requirement.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Proficiency with computers.
• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Able to pass a standardized color‑blindness test.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are eligible only for the 401(k) Plan.
• Employees scheduled to a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible for all benefits except PTO or FTO.

Equal Employment Opportunity

LabCorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.