Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in Tennessee

A Laboratory Technician Assistant in the med tech industry is responsible for supporting technologists in the laboratory by preparing and organizing samples for analysis, maintaining laboratory equipment, and adhering to lab procedures and safety protocols. They play an essential role in the accurate and efficient processing of patient samples, contributing to the delivery of reliable and timely diagnostic results. These professionals often handle administrative tasks such as record keeping, data entry, and inventory management as well.

Key skills for a Lab Tech Assistant include attention to detail, organization, technical proficiency, and a strong understanding of laboratory safety procedures. Certification as a lab assistant is typically required, and this may include passing an exam through the American Society for Clinical Pathology or a similar accrediting body. Prior to becoming a Lab Tech Assistant, individuals may have roles such as a Phlebotomist, a Medical Assistant, or a Lab Aide, all of which provide relevant experience in clinical lab settings.

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Specimen Processor

  • Memphis, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Champion safety, compliance, and quality control All you need is: High School Diploma or equivalent Previous training or experience in specimen collection or processing Strong reading, writing, and...

Lab Assistant (Specimen Technician III)

  • Jackson, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 1 day ago

available resources to fill in for any function within the Specimen Processing department as necessary Demonstrates a thorough understanding of how Specimen Processing impacts the testing laboratory...

Clinical Lab Assistant PRN - Health Centers - 1st shift Monday - Friday - PRN

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago

He/she must be able to operate instrumentation in the Microbiology Department, such as the WalkAway Specimen Processing (WASP) instrument and blood culture instruments....

Lab Assistant II

  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago

Prepares specimens received for testing in laboratory areas such as sorting, centrifuging, decapping, separating/aliquoting and archiving....

Laboratory Assistant II FT Nights

  • Bartlett, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Bartlett, TN
  • 2 days ago

Performs venipuncture, specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens; will perform CLIA waived laboratory tests, as requested....

Laboratory Assistant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago

Overview Laboratory Assistant Full Time Evening 2p-10p CHI Memorial a member of CommonSpirit is an award-winning not-for-profit faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing...

Lab Assistant

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 4 days ago

Overview SCOPE: Under minimal supervision, is responsible for the collecting and processing of specimens form patients, documenting results according to established procedures. Assists with...

Clinical Laboratory Assistant II

  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago

Preferred prior knowledge of laboratory testing and specimen processing. EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one year of previous health care environment job-related experience is preferred....

Responsibilities Demonstrates superior skills in all basic and complicated specimen collections. Demonstrates superior skills in all specimen processing functions....

Lab Assistant (TEMP) - PTA Program - Collegedale, Tennessee

  • Collegedale, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Collegedale, TN
  • 14 days ago

Location: PTA Program Hours: Part-Time, Hourly (Temporary) - Up to 19 hours/weekly Job Summary: The Lab Assistant for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program supports faculty and students...

Clin Lab Assistant

  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 21 days ago

Performs all functions in specimen processing aliquots specimens, positively matching the aliquot tube to the source....

Lab Assistant

  • Tazewell, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Tazewell, TN
  • 21 days ago

Properly processes, all specimens including accessioning; recognition of test priorities; centrifugation; separation/distribution of shared specimens; separation/processing, logging, tracking of specimens...

Histology Laboratory Assistant

  • Nashville, TN
  • 23 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 23 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: The Histology Lab Assistant under the direction of the Histology Supervisor performs the daily activities of accessioning all tissue specimens. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL...

Sr Lab Assistant

  • Morristown, TN
  • 29 days ago
  • Morristown, TN
  • 29 days ago

Responsibilities Customer service and specimen collection is recognized as the first priority....

He/she must be able to operate instrumentation in the Microbiology Department, such as the WalkAway Specimen Processing (WASP) instrument and blood culture instruments....

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Salary for Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in Tennessee

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMedTechs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Tech Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Tech Assistants in Tennessee offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.5%
Bachelor's Degree
26.2%
Associate's Degree
18.6%
High School or GED
17.1%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Lab Tech Assistants in Tennessee
Less than 1 year
43.8%
None
24.2%
4-6 years
15.2%
2-4 years
13.9%
1-2 years
2.9%


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