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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for clia inspector in Tennessee is $36.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.71 and $46.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A CLIA Inspector is responsible for ensuring that clinical laboratories comply with the regulations set by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). They conduct inspections, review laboratory procedures, and assess compliance with federal standards for accuracy and reliability in patient testing. Inspectors may also provide guidance to labs on maintaining proper certification and improving quality control measures.

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To thrive as a CLIA Inspector, you need a comprehensive understanding of laboratory science, regulatory standards, and quality assurance procedures, typically supported by a degree in a related field and experience in clinical laboratory environments. Familiarity with CLIA regulations, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and inspection protocols is essential. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are vital soft skills for this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure laboratories maintain compliance, uphold high-quality standards, and deliver accurate patient results.

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CLIA Inspectors often face the challenge of staying current with evolving regulations and ensuring diverse laboratories consistently meet complex compliance standards. They must adapt to varied laboratory environments, each with its own unique procedures and potential issues, while managing tight inspection schedules. Additionally, inspectors communicate findings and recommendations to laboratory staff, which requires both technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills. Overcoming these challenges contributes to maintaining healthcare quality and patient safety.

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Infographic showing various Clia Inspector job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $75,447 per year, or $36.3 per hour.

Medical Technologist/MLS (6051)

Regional One Health

Memphis, TN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Performs clinical laboratory tests and procedures in specimen procurement, examination, and analysis following established standards and procedures.

  • Analyzes and reports test results in a timely manner, including performing quality control and documenting results.

  • Assists in supervising Medical Lab Technicians and supports laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, and compliance activities.

Regional One Health rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 37 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

572nd of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Performs various clinical laboratory tests and procedures to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases, following established standards, practices and procedures and exercising independent/correlated judgment. Interprets and reports test results in an accurate and timely manner. Assists in the supervision of Medical Lab Technicians.
What you will do
  • Performs clinical lab tests and procedures in specimen's procurement, examination and analysis in an accurate and timely manner by following established standards, practices and procedures and with consideration given to risk management, infection control practices and patient safety practices. Expected to exercise independent/correlated judgment as needed in resolving clinical issues. * Performs tests to include, but not limited to, the areas of hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, coagulation, blood gases and cardiac testing. Specific tests may include, but not limited to, transfusion testing, CBC with Diff, PT, PTT, glucose, lactate, acetaminophen, pregnancy and BMP. Performs Microbiology procedures involving cultures and/or interpretations. * Performs waived testing according to CLIA standards. * Prepares blood samples obtained for diagnostic testing in laboratory by adding type and quantity of preservative or anti-coagulant specified for test procedures requested. * Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections or by recognizing abnormal/unusual results. Documents unacceptable specimens according to appropriate policy. * Receives and processes patient specimens (including centrifuging, making primary inoculations of media, preparing and staining of smears and/or plates. * Analyzes and reads lab test results and reports in a timely manner. Performs quality control for all testing and meets established ranges before patient results are released. * Records and reports clinical test results with patient history, diagnosis and clinical condition in order to explain test results (normal/abnormal). Records results into a permanent log. Routes laboratory reports to patient's area as needed.
  • Utilizes patient computer systems to enter and retrieve patient data and lab information system to enter and retrieve lab results.
  • Interacts and works collaboratively in a customer responsive and courteous manner, in compliance with iRESPECT standards and promoting patient/customer satisfaction. Maintains proper communication with nursing units regarding stats, abnormal results and prolonged instrument malfunction causing delay in test results.
  • Prepares and maintains required records, reports and files for administrative and compliance purposes.
  • Complies with State and regulatory requirements by following established procedures in order to maintain a clean, orderly and safe laboratory environment and to meet accreditation standards. Adheres to established policies, compliance/quality improvement, and safety, environment and infection control standards to ensure validity of results.
  • Maintains equipment, instruments and supplies. Performs equipment checks/maintenance; recognizes and troubleshoots malfunctions of technological equipment and initiates corrective action. Reports malfunction of equipment to supervisor. Assists in the evaluation of new or modified techniques and methods.
  • Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to patient/family, department and hospital information. Adheres to established department and organization policies (i.e. HIPAA, Confidentiality, and Compliance Policies).
  • Provides instruction, assigns and supervises MLT and other support personnel assigned to lab to complete lab tasks and to provide clinical assistance as needed. Assists in the orientation and oversees the supervision of new staff members and students when they provide patient care, treatment, and services as part of their training.
  • Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements. Responds to problems/opportunities to improve work environment and participates in unit based performance improvement activities which includes committees, monitoring and follow-up.
  • Provides coverage for relief and absences. Demonstrates flexibility to work night, weekend and holiday to provide continuous laboratory coverage as required. Provides on-call and callback coverage as required.

  • Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree in Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or Medical Sciences. Required and
  • Foreign graduates must provide a degree equivalency evaluation through an approved agency (IERF, WES, ECE, or IEE). Required
  • Qualified by education, training or experience to work with the neonate, infant, toddler, adolescent, adult, and/or geriatric patient population as specialty assignment dictates.
  • National certification from one of the following:
  • ASCP - Medical Technologist Upon Hire Required or
  • AMT Upon Hire Required or
  • ASCPi (only valid for certifications obtained after 2015). Upon Hire Required
  • Experience in patient care as obtained through completion of an approved Medical Technology program. Required

Physical Demands
  • Standing - Constantly
  • Walking - Constantly
  • Sitting - Rarely
  • Lifting - Frequently
  • Carrying - Frequently
  • Pushing - Occasionally
  • Pulling - Occasionally
  • Climbing - Occasionally
  • Balancing - Occasionally
  • Stooping - Frequently
  • Kneeling - Frequently
  • Crouching - Frequently
  • Crawling - Occasionally
  • Reaching - Frequently
  • Handling - Frequently
  • Grasping - Frequently
  • Feeling - Constantly
  • Talking - Constantly
  • Hearing - Constantly
  • Repetitive Motions - Constantly
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly

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