Clinical Laboratory Technologist - FISH

ADL Accupath Diagnostic Lab Inc; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diagnostic lab in Brentwood seeks a Cytogenetics Technologist - FISH. This role involves performing technical procedures in a laboratory setting, ensuring quality patient care through accurate testing results. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and experience in clinical laboratory settings, along with strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus: $4,000

Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience or Bachelor's in Cytogenetics/MLS.
• Certification by NCA in Cytogenetics (CLSp-CG) is a plus.
• Flexibility to work overtime or shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine procedures including tissue culture and FISH processing.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
• Report accurate and timely test results to ensure quality patient care.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Sign-on Bonus: $4,000 (external candidates only)

Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to embark on a new challenge or start your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, Labcorp wants to speak with you about exciting opportunities as a Cytogenetics Technologist - FISH in Brentwood, TN. Join a fast-paced, customer-focused, and challenging environment as part of our mission: “Improving Health, Improving Lives”.

Benefits: Employees 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, and part-time employees working less than 20 hours are eligible for the 401(k) Plan only. For more details, please click here.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Perform routine procedures including tissue culture, harvesting, slide making, banding, automated karyotyping, reagent preparation, and FISH processing, probing, and scoping.
2. Determine specimen acceptability based on established criteria.
3. Perform routine and complex technical procedures following departmental SOPs.
4. Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation.
5. Make technical decisions regarding testing and problem-solving.
6. Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
7. Report accurate and timely test results to ensure quality patient care.
8. Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
9. Replenish testing supplies as needed.
10. Assist with specimen processing when required.
11. Maintain a safe work environment and wear PPE.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related field meeting local regulatory requirements.
2. Minimum 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience or a Bachelor's in Cytogenetics/MLS degree.
3. Experience in cytogenetic/FISH testing preferred.
4. Certification by NCA in Cytogenetics (CLSp-CG) is a plus.
5. ASCP or AMT certification preferred.
6. Ability to work independently and in a team.
7. Proficiency with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
8. Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
9. Ability to pass a color vision screen.
10. Flexibility to work overtime or shifts as needed.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Labcorp is committed to inclusion and diversity. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment and make employment decisions based on qualifications and merit. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with applicable laws.

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