Medical Laboratory Tech

Nashville General Hospital; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Shift differential pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid holidays

Free Parking

Job summary

Nashville General Hospital in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician for full-time. You will process and analyze specimens under supervision, perform tests across Chemistry, Blood Bank, Microbiology, and Hematology, and ensure quality control and accurate reporting.

Eligible candidates should have an Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology and Tennessee licensure along with preferred clinical lab experience.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree is required.
• Licensed as Medical Laboratory Technician by the State of Tennessee.
• Clinical Laboratory experience preferred; recent grads considered.
• Knowledge of hospital and departmental policies; ability to operate technical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Process and analyze specimens under supervision and according to protocol.
• Maintain specimen integrity and proper documentation.
• Prepare specimens for analysis and retain samples per procedure.
• Analyze tests in Chemistry, Blood Bank, Microbiology, Hematology and other labs.
• Monitor quality control and ensure accuracy of reports.
• Operate and calibrate laboratory instruments to ensure reliable results.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Quality control

Documentation

Care of specimens

Education

Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Calibrating equipment

Phlebotomy equipment

Job description

Nashville General Hospital is hiring a Medical Laboratory Tech for Full-time in Nashville, TN.

• Shifts available: Evenings (2p-10:30p) or Nights (10:00p-6:30a), Rotating Weekends

This position is primarily responsible for processing and analyzing a variety of biological samples obtained from patients under the direction of a general supervisor, department supervisor or designated technologist.

As a Medical Laboratory Tech, you will:

• Uses appropriate techniques to obtain and maintain integrity of specimen in relation to test performed
• Maintains identification of specimens keeping records and documentation as required
• Prepares specimens for analysis and retains samples according to procedure.
• Analyzes samples by following protocol in Chemistry, Blood Bank, Microbiology, Hematology, or other areas of the Lab
• Monitors and maintains quality control and technical accuracy of tests, procedures, and final reports
• Operates and calibrates laboratory instruments to ensure accuracy

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Education: Approved course in Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited college or other recognized institution preferred. An Associate Degree is required.
• Licensure/Certification: Must be licensed as a Medical Laboratory Technician by the State of Tennessee.
• Experience/Knowledge: Clinical Laboratory experience is desired, but consideration may be given to recent graduates. Candidates with Associate's Degree are preferred. Knowledge of hospital and departmental policies and procedures and the ability to operate technical equipment as acquired through orientation. The Medical Laboratory Technician must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients assigned.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance within first 31 days of employment
• Programs to reduce share of deductible and total out-of-pocket expenses
• Metro Health Incentive Program - Access to high quality healthcare without incurring out-of-pocket expenses
• Short and Long-Term Disability - up to 60% of eligible weekly pay
• Life Insurance - Metro provides you with basic life and AD&D coverage equal to $50,000 ($32,500 if you are age 65 or older), at no cost to you.
• Retirement Plan - eligible up to IRS max limits and includes company contribution
• Shift and Weekend Differential Pay Offered on Nights and Weekends
• Tuition Reimbursement for employee and dependents
• 12 paid holidays - any holiday worked is another holiday banked
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Parking for all employees

About Nashville General Hospital

Nashville General Hospital (NGH) is Nashville’s original community-based hospital. Joint Commission accredited, NGH readily accommodates a wide range of needs from emergency services and acute care to ancillary and ambulatory services. NGH continues to maintain its strong commitment to the healthcare needs of Nashville and Davidson County underserved, while also providing care to all segments of the community

Nashville General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran