PUBLIC HEALTH LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 1 - 07292025-69802

Job Information

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

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.

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

Overview

The PH LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 1 is an entry/working level position that 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 classification performs routine technical and non-technical work that supports laboratory testing and operations of routine difficulty that is less complex than other positions within this job series.

Responsibilities

1. 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.
2. Assist laboratory personnel in routine administrative and clerical work, data management and record retention in accordance with section and division processes and procedures.
3. Accurately receive, accession, and route specimens/samples to appropriate laboratory section/areas for processing and testing.
4. 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.
5. Contribute to laboratory processes and procedures, perform routine equipment service and maintenance, and assist in process improvements and troubleshooting.
6. Communicate and coordinate laboratory operational and testing activities/tasks with laboratory personnel, supervisor and/or managers. Notify laboratory supervisors and/or managers of any operational issues and maintain effective communications among personnel.
7. Participate in section and division activities and initiatives.
8. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:

1. Customer Focus
2. Action Oriented
3. Instills Trust
4. Resourcefulness
5. Communicates Effectively

Skills:

1. Attention to Detail
2. Technical Equipment Proficiency
3. Problem Solving
4. Data Entry and Computer Skills
5. Time Management

Abilities:

1. Organizational Skills
2. Adaptability
3. Communication Ability
4. Critical Thinking
5. Physical Stamina

Tools & Equipment

1. General Lab Equipment
2. Warehouse Equipment
3. Autoclaves
4. BSC and Fume-hoods
5. Computers