Microbiology Lab Technologist PRN - Impactful Diagnostics

Labcorp; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

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

This role offers as-needed shift coverage with weekend options and potential additional shifts. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science and either 1+ year of clinical lab testing or an MLS degree; familiarity with laboratory information systems and strong teamwork and communication skills are expected.

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.
• Able to pass a color vision test.

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 in order 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

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Computer proficiency

Color vision test

Flexibility to work overtime

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Laboratory information systems

MLS degree preferred

ASCP/AMT certification preference

Job description

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

This role offers as-needed shift coverage with weekend options and potential additional shifts. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science and either 1+ year of clinical lab testing or an MLS degree; familiarity with laboratory information systems and strong teamwork and communication skills are expected.