OneOncology·Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Responsible for the collection, testing, and reporting of patient specimens while ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory guidelines. Maintains laboratory equipment, manages inventory, and performs quality control procedures to aid in disease diagnosis.
Tennessee Oncology, one of the nation’s largest, community-based cancer care specialists, is home to one of the leading clinical trial networks in the country.
Established 1976 in Nashville, Tennessee Oncology’s mission remains unchanged: To provide access to high-quality cancer care and the expertise of clinical research for all patients, at convenient locations within their community and close to their home.
Our growing network of physicians and locations is based on this mission.
Tennessee Oncology is committed to advancing both the science of detection and targeted treatments, and to making these advances available to every patient.
We believe caring for cancer patients is a privilege.
Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.
Medical Laboratory Technician is responsible for the collection, testing and reporting of patient specimens for laboratory testing. Follows proper guidelines for safe handling of blood, body fluids and hazardous chemicals, properly recording lab testing, quality control and assurance, maintaining appropriate inventory levels of reagents and supplies, assisting with other laboratory staff as requested. Understanding of laboratory OSHA and regulatory standards (CLIA, CAP, JACHO, etc). Follow all regulatory requirements to maintain CMS and other accreditation as required.
Maintain laboratory procedures, equipment and processes to aide diagnosis and treat diseases.
Ensures all lab reports are reviewed and appropriate values are noted/commented.
Follows proper guidelines for safe handling of blood, body fluids and hazardous chemicals.
Performs laboratory testing and operates automated equipment within the limits described in the procedure manual.
Maintains proper records of laboratory testing and results as described in the policy and procedures manual.
Adheres to CLIA, OSHA and all other regulatory compliance requirements for laboratories.
Performs quality control procedures as required to ensure accuracy of clinical data.
Interacts with medical staff and assists with testing orders and results are needed.
Maintains sufficient inventory of laboratory supplies for daily operations.
Understanding of the clinic chart ordering system (ONCOEMR) and laboratory LIS (COPIA); including ordering test, rejecting test, reviewing and approving results.
Market context
In Tennessee, MLT roles typically draw steady demand in hospitals, outpatient labs, and diagnostic settings where timely testing supports patient care. These positions are competitive because employers often require state licensure or eligibility, and this posting notes a sign-on bonus. Review the licensing authority’s standards early and confirm your credentials match the role before applying; the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.
