PH LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 2 - 09222026-81087

Tennessee Department of Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee Department of Health is seeking a PH Laboratory Technician 2 for Newborn Screening in Nashville, TN. Under supervision, you will prepare media and reagents, wash glassware, maintain equipment, and accession samples for newborn screening in a busy laboratory.

Responsibilities include data entry, routing specimens, inventory management, and supporting laboratory testing with accuracy and timeliness. A high school diploma and at least one year of related lab experience are required.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and at least one year full-time, pertinent laboratory experience.
• A valid vehicle operator's license is required for employment.
• Transcript with all credits is required to be uploaded with an employment application.

Responsibilities

• Data entry and accessioning in the Newborn Screening Laboratory, keying demographics accurately.
• Assist laboratory personnel in routine testing processes and administrative tasks.
• Assist with data management, record retention, and inventory of reagents and supplies.
• Receive, accession, and route specimens to appropriate laboratory sections for processing.
• Support inventory management, procurement, and disposal of waste and reagents.

Skills

Customer Focus

Action Oriented

Instills Trust

Collaborates

Communicates Effectively

Education

High school diploma + lab exp

Tools

General Lab Equipment

Warehouse Equipment

Autoclaves

BSC and Fume-hoods

Computers

Job description

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time 09/22/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Job Information

Opening Date/Time 09/22/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Closing Date/Time 10/05/2026 11:59PM Central Time

Salary (Monthly) $3,229.00 - $4,041.00

Salary (Annually) $38,748.00 - $48,492.00

Job Type Full-Time

City, State Location Nashville, TN

Department Health

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, DAVIDSON COUNTY

This position is located at the Division of Laboratory Services in Nashville, TN.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and at least one year full-time, pertinent laboratory experience in a related field of study.

Necessary Special Qualifications: A valid vehicle operator's license is required for employment.

Substitution of Education for Experience: Undergraduate or graduate work received from an accredited college or university in a related field may substitute for the required experience on a year-to-year basis to a maximum of two years (e.g., 24 graduate semester hours or 36 graduate quarter hours in a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience). A transcript with all credits is required to be uploaded with an employment application in order for the agency is able to properly evaluate a candidate's eligibility for a position in this classification.

Overview

The PH Laboratory Technician 2 for Newborn Screening supports laboratory testing and operations in the TDH Division of Laboratory Services. Under immediate supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager, or Director, the incumbent conducts laboratory and operational tasks that includes but not limited to preparing media and reagents, washing glassware, maintaining equipment, and specimen/sample accessioning, warehouse receiving, and training other laboratory technicians. This position performs routine technical and non-technical work that supports laboratory testing and operations of routine difficulty that is more complex and broader scope than a PH Laboratory Technician 1.

Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for data entry and accessioning in the Newborn Screening Laboratory. Keying demographics and ensuring that patient information is correct is essential for this role.
• Assist laboratory personnel in laboratory testing processes and operations including but not limited to routine laboratory and administrative tasks, prioritizing workloads, and completing assignments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist laboratory personnel in routine administrative and clerical work, data management and record retention in accordance with section and division processes and procedures
• Accurately receive, accession, and route specimens/samples to appropriate laboratory section/areas for processing and testing.
• Assist laboratory personnel in specimen/sample inventory and management, reagent and supply inventory, procurement, waste management and disposal, and preparation/distribution of reagents, media, supplies for laboratory testing and operations.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Action Oriented
• Instills Trust
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively

Knowledge

• Laboratory Procedures and Protocols
• Record Keeping and Documentation
• Health and safety Regulations
• Inventory Management
• Communication Practices

Skills

• Active Listening and Attention to Detail
• Technical Equipment Proficiency
• Problem Solving
• Data Entry and Computer Skills
• Time Management

Abilities

• Organizational Skills
• Adaptability
• Communication Ability
• Critical Thinking
• Physical Stamina

Tools & Equipment

• General Lab Equipment
• Warehouse Equipment
• Autoclaves
• BSC and Fume-hoods
• Computers

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

• Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.