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Job Description
Join Labcorp as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in Cytogenetics, where you will work in a fast-paced environment focused on improving health. Utilize your skills to perform essential laboratory procedures and contribute to the diagnosis and treatment of genetic diseases.
Key Responsibilities
Perform routine procedures including tissue culture, harvesting, slide making and banding, automated karyotyping, reagent preparation, and FISH processing
Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
Perform routine and complex technical procedures according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures
Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving
Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care
Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures
Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
Assist with processing of specimens when needed
Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science or Clinical Laboratory Science
Minimum 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience or Bachelor's in Cytogenetics / MLS degree
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Proficient with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus
High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
Preferred Qualifications
Previous clinical laboratory testing experience in Cytogenetic/FISH
ASCP in Cytogenetics (CG) is preferred
Benefits & Perks
MedicalDentalVisionLife InsuranceShort-term and Long-term Disability (STD/LTD)401(k)Paid Time Off (PTO)Flexible Time Off (FTO)Tuition ReimbursementEmployee Stock Purchase Plan