Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Cytogenetics (FISH)

Laboratory Corporation; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Clinical Lab Professional to join their team as a FISH Technologist in Brentwood, Tennessee. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced and customer-focused environment, contributing to the mission of improving health and lives. You will be responsible for performing routine and complex lab procedures, ensuring quality patient care through accurate testing and reporting. If you are looking for a role that challenges you and offers growth opportunities, this position is a perfect fit. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion while making a real difference in the community.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• 1+ years of clinical lab testing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine procedures including tissue culture and FISH processing.
• Monitor and troubleshoot instrumentation for proper functionality.

Skills

Clinical Laboratory Testing

Technical Decision Making

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Biological Science

Bachelor's in Cytogenetics/MLS Degree

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to speak with you about exciting opportunities to join our team as a FISH Technologist in Brentwood, Tennessee. In this position you will work in a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part of our overall mission at LabCorp: “Improving Health, Improving Lives”.

Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (schedule can start later than 9:00 am)

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform routine procedures including tissue culture, harvesting, slide making and banding, automated karyotyping, reagent preparation, and FISH processing, probing, and scoping.
• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions 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 in order 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.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience is required OR Bachelors in Cytogenetics/MLS degree.
• Previous clinical laboratory testing experience in cytogenetics/FISH is highly preferred.
• Certified by the National Credentialing Agency (NCA) in Cytogenetics (CLSp-CG) is a plus.
• ASCP or AMT certification is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
• High level of attention 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.

If you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth, continual development, professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference, apply today!

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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