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Clinical Laboratory Technologist Cytogenetics

Labcorp

Shelton, CT
22 days ago

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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