Pathology Lab Assistant

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga; Glenwood (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga is seeking a Pathology Technical Lab Assistant to support the Anatomic Pathology department. You'll prepare specimens, manage lab supplies, and assist with instrument maintenance, contributing to accurate diagnostic processes.

The role requires organization, attention to detail, and proactive lab support to ensure efficient pathology operations.

Qualifications

• Must have completed high school or GED with 6 months clinical laboratory experience.
• Experience in clinical laboratory settings preferred.
• Knowledge of basic lab protocols and safety practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interprets provider lab requests and determines specimen requirements.
• Labels and identifies patient samples submitted to the pathology lab.
• Performs duties with accuracy, maintaining laboratory policies.
• Records gross descriptions of cytology specimens and selects preparation methods.
• Maintains quality control records and prevents cross-contamination.
• Manages department workflow and turnaround time goals.

Education

High School Graduate General Studies

High School GED General Studies

Associates Other in biological or chemical science

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Full Time: Days

As our Pathology Technical Lab Assistant, you will assist the Anatomic Pathology department with a diverse range of tasks involved in specimen setup, supply management, and instrument handling. Your contributions will be fundamental to the smooth functioning of our lab.
Every day, you will meticulously prepare specimens for analysis, manage and organize laboratory supplies to ensure continuous operation, and assist with instrument maintenance and readiness. You will provide other crucial services that support the efficient and effective operation of the entire pathology department, directly contributing to accurate diagnostic processes.
To be successful in this role, you will possess a high degree of organization, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive approach to supporting laboratory operations. Your ability to effectively manage supplies, prepare specimens, and maintain instrument readiness will be essential in ensuring the pathology department operates with optimal efficiency and supports precise diagnostic work.

• Correctly interprets provider laboratory requests and determines specimen requirements. Correctly labels and identifies patient samples submitted to the pathology lab.
• Performs duties assigned with accuracy and precision, meeting the standards of the Laboratory policies.
• Records gross descriptions of cytology specimens and selects appropriate specimen preparation methods for the type of specimen received.
• Maintains quality control records.
• Follows all protocols established to prevent cross contamination between specimens.
• Takes responsibility for the department workflow and expected turnaround time goals.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate General Studies and 6 months clinical laboratory experience , upon hire or
• High School GED General Studies and 6 months clinical laboratory experience , upon hire and
• None, upon hire

Preferred

• Associates Other in biological or chemical science, upon hire

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.