PRN Microbiology Lab Technologist – Weekend Shifts

LCH Lab. Corp. of America Holdings; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 55,104,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

LabCorp is seeking a PRN Clinical Lab Technologist to join our microbiology team at Ascension St. Thomas West Hospital, Nashville, TN. The position is PRN and requires availability to cover 1st-shift weekends with potential for other shifts.

The role involves performing routine and complex microbiology testing, maintaining instrumentation, and ensuring timely, accurate results to support patient care.

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 environment.
• Proficiency with computers.
• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Able to pass a standardized color‑blindness test.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

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 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

Clinical microbiology experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological sciences

MLS degree

Job description

LabCorp is seeking a PRN Clinical Lab Technologist to join our microbiology team at Ascension St. Thomas West Hospital, Nashville, TN. The position is PRN and requires availability to cover 1st-shift weekends with potential for other shifts.

The role involves performing routine and complex microbiology testing, maintaining instrumentation, and ensuring timely, accurate results to support patient care.