PH LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 3 - 08252026-80128

Location: Department of Health, Davidson County – Division of Laboratory Services, Nashville, TN. This position requires a criminal background check and a valid vehicle operator's license.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school.
• At least two years of full-time, pertinent laboratory experience in a related field of study.

Substitution of Education for Experience:

• Undergraduate or graduate coursework from an accredited college or university in a related field may substitute for the required experience on a year-to-year basis (e.g., 24 graduate semester hours or 36 graduate quarter hours may substitute for one year of experience).
• A transcript must be uploaded with the employment application for evaluation.

Driver Standards:

• A valid driver’s license is required.
• No record of DUI, reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, or more than four moving violations in the past five years.

Overview

The Public Health Laboratory Technician 3 for Lab Operations supports laboratory testing and operations in the TDH Division of Laboratory Services. Under immediate supervision, the incumbent performs routine technical and non-technical tasks, including preparing media and reagents, washing glassware, maintaining equipment, specimen/sample accessioning, warehouse receiving, and training other laboratory technicians. This role involves work of average difficulty with broader scope and complexity than the PH Laboratory Technician 1 and 2 positions.

Responsibilities

• Assist laboratory personnel in testing processes and operations, including routine laboratory and administrative tasks, prioritizing workloads, and completing assignments accurately and on time.
• Support routine administrative and clerical work, data management, and record retention in accordance with division processes and procedures.
• Accurately receive, accession, and route specimens/samples to appropriate laboratory sections for processing and testing.
• Assist in specimen/sample inventory, reagent and supply management, procurement, waste disposal, and preparation/distribution of reagents, media, and supplies.
• Contribute to laboratory processes, perform routine equipment maintenance, and assist in troubleshooting and process improvements.
• Communicate and coordinate laboratory activities with personnel, supervisors, and managers; report operational issues promptly.
• Participate in section and division initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

• Active Listening and Attention to Detail
• Technical Equipment Proficiency
• Problem Solving
• Data Entry and Computer Skills
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Adaptability
• Communication Ability
• Critical Thinking
• Physical Stamina

Knowledge

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

Tools & Equipment

• General Laboratory Equipment
• Warehouse Equipment
• Autoclaves
• Biosafety Cabinets (BSC) and Fume Hoods
• Computers

Competencies

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

Pay

Monthly: $3,631.00 – $4,533.00
Annual: $43,572.00 – $54,396.00

Schedule

Full-Time