Microbiology Lab Technologist - Impact & Growth

Labcorp; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

STD/LTD

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Technologist to join our team at UT Knoxville Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. The role involves performing routine and complex procedures, monitoring instrumentation, and ensuring high-quality test results to support patient care.

Minimum qualifications include a science degree and clinical lab experience or MLS, with ASCP/AMT certification preferred. This on-site position requires flexibility for shifts and heavy attention to detail.

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.
• Non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits may meet education requirements.
• Understanding of laboratory operations, policies and procedures.
• Experience in a high-volume laboratory environment.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Proficient with computers; familiarity with LIS.
• High attention to detail with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures according to SOPs.
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation for proper function.
• 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 PPE.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Computer proficiency

Laboratory information systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

MLS degree

ASCP or AMT certification

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Labcorp is seeking a Technologist to join our team at UT Knoxville Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. The role involves performing routine and complex procedures, monitoring instrumentation, and ensuring high-quality test results to support patient care.

Minimum qualifications include a science degree and clinical lab experience or MLS, with ASCP/AMT certification preferred. This on-site position requires flexibility for shifts and heavy attention to detail.