Clinical Laboratory ScientistCytogenetics Technologist

Xcell Laboratories; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A clinical laboratory provider in Honolulu is looking for a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to develop and perform laboratory procedures in Cytogenetics and FISH testing. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and expertise in laboratory quality control. Responsibilities include monitoring quality control systems and educating healthcare professionals. This role requires independent judgment and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Prior laboratory experience required; experience in cytogenetics is a plus.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and ability to maintain it.
• Ability to interpret complex written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Develop, perform, and evaluate laboratory procedures and results.
• Monitor quality control systems and collaborate in patient diagnosis.
• Provide education for laboratory and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Knowledge of professional cytogenetic and FISH principles

Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory quality control

Ability to analyze and interpret laboratory results

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or equivalent

Job description

This is considered afull performance level nonsupervisory position.

A Clinical Laboratory Scientist or technologist at this level develops, performs, evaluates, interprets, correlates, and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results. Testing procedures are performed on a variety of biological specimens and/or environmental samples using manual or automated techniques and require a broad exercise of independent judgment and responsibility with minimal technical supervision.

The work performed is In Cytogenetics and FISH testing. This position includes requirements to monitor quality control systems and measures; collaborate in the diagnosis and treatment of patients; and provide education for laboratory and other healthcare professionals.

SKILLS

Knowledge of professional cytogenetic and FISH principles, practices, concepts, and theories providing for sound independent work. This position is designed for individuals with laboratory knowledge and experience to learn and acquire unique skills to be applied in clinical diagnostics. The applicant must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or equivalent, prior laboratory experience. Experience as a cytogentics technologist working in a CLIA environment is a plus.

Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory quality control and assurance procedures and principles of performance improvement, providing for sound independent work.

Knowledge of laboratory equipment and ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation.

Ability to use independent technical judgment to analyze and interpret laboratory results.

Ability to interpret and apply complex written instructions.

Ability to communicate (written and verbal), consult, and interact with other healthcare team members, external relations, customer service, and patient education.