Medical Technologist - Flow Cytometry

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 84,699,000 - 149,545,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's National Hospital in Washington, DC, is seeking a Medical Technologist specializing in Flow Cytometry. The role performs complex tests, maintains instruments, analyzes data, and supports pathologists within the Anatomic Pathology department.

Requires a Bachelor's in Medical Technology or equivalent and at least 3 years in a clinical lab, including 1 year in Flow Cytometry. Weekend emergency coverage is possible. Join a team delivering high‑quality pediatric diagnostics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Medical Technology or equivalent required.
• 3 years in an accredited clinical laboratory required.
• 1 year experience in Flow Cytometry required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex flow cytometry tests and instrument maintenance.
• Assist pathologists in analysis of flow cytometry data.
• Train new staff and troubleshoot instrument issues.
• Ensure quality controls and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Flow cytometry experience

Lab procedures

Regulatory knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's in Medical Technology or equivalent

Job description

111 Michigan Avenue Northwest Washington, DC 20010

Kids Are Our Everything.

Department

10084 Anatomic Pathology

Pay Range

$29.54 - $52.19 Monday-Friday - Dayshift

This position requires the technologist to be available for emergency cases one or two weekends per month.

Who We Are:

At Children's National, our Flow Cytometry team supports the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric patients through specialized immunology, hematology, and oncology testing. As part of a collaborative, close-knit laboratory team, we are committed to delivering high-quality results through advanced cell analysis, rigorous quality standards, and partnerships with pathologists and clinical teams. From complex testing and instrument management to mentoring colleagues and supporting innovation, our work helps drive exceptional patient care every day.

About the Role:

The Medical Technologist Flow Cytometry is a laboratory professional who performs complex tests using specialized instruments to analyze cells and particles for clinical diagnostics or research purposes. They are crucial in fields like immunology, hematology, and oncology. They maintain, troubleshoot, and backup flow cytometry instrumentation, including daily, weekly, and monthly checks. Ensure all quality metrics and controls are within the established ranges. Assist pathologists in the analysis of flow cytometry data. Ensure reagents and other supplies are organized and viable. Assist manager and pathologists with validations as needed. Aide in the collection of bone marrow specimens. Communicate results, instrument problems, and equipment malfunctions in an accurate and timely manner. Support team members and train new technologists. This position requires the technologist to be available for emergency cases one or two weekends per month.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's in Medical Technology or equivalent related field of science to meet the CLIA 88 requirements (Required)

Minimum Work Experience

• 3 years - Experience in an accredited clinical laboratory (Required)


• 1 year - Experience in an accredited clinical laboratory working in Flow Cytometry (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Math Ability Level: Statistics preferred.


• Good interpersonal and communication skills important


• Knowledge and skills related to LIS desirable.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Registry or eligible as MT(ASCP) (Required)

Technical Performance

• Perform routine technical procedures as assigned following standard operating procedures.


• Perform tests accurately in an organized and efficient manner.


• Keep up-to-date with new flow cytometry tests and instrumentation.


• Has in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines. Solves complex problems. Works independently; receives minimal guidance.


• May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for ongoing activities or objectives.


• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.


• Demonstrate competence in assigned areas.


• Preparing and staining biological samples, such as blood, bone marrow, or tissue, for analysis.


• Training new staff members, students, or researchers on laboratory procedures and equipment use

Test Results

• Report tests accurately in writing, orally and/or in the LIS; demonstrate knowledge of LIS.


• Follow established guidelines for reporting STAT results and critical values, properly documenting calls and communicating with assigned pathologists.


• Perform primary data analysis of flow cytometry dot blots.


• Review testing logs and complete tests within shift.


• Other duties as assigned

Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Perform equipment and instrument maintenance according to protocols.


• Follow recommended manufacturer's and/or department defined instrument performance checks and calibrations prior to testing.


• Troubleshoot and resolve basic instrument malfunctions following written guidelines


• Make adjustments or minor repairs with the aid of instrument manuals or technical service by telephone.


• Assist Medical Lab Technician in resolving problems.


• Monitor supply inventories in assigned areas to assure adequate availability; receive and stock supplies.


• Acquiring data from the instruments and analyzing the results using specialized software. This includes fine-tuning gating techniques to distinguish between normal and abnormal cell populations.

Quality Control

• Perform, evaluate and report QC protocol; identify and resolve QC failures; document resolutions.


• Assist MLT and Lab Assistants with unresolved problems.


• Perform competency and proficiency challenges in a timely manner


• Responsible for efficient and cost effective use of supplies and reagents


• Ensuring all activities comply with regulatory standards (e.g., CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission).

Staff Training

• Assist in training of new employees


• Serve as a technical resource for Medical Lab Technicians and Laboratory Associates


• Write and update procedures as assigned

Safety

• Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance


• Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation


• Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation


• Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication


• Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers


• Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Benefits That Support You:

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.


• Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.


• Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.


• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.


• Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.

Why Join Us:

• Nationally Recognized Excellence - Consistently ranked among the Top 10 Children's Hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.


• Leading Pediatric Care - One of the largest and most comprehensive children's hospitals in the country, offering nationally ranked specialties and cutting-edge treatments.


• Innovation & Research - A premier academic medical center with a strong commitment to pediatric research, education, and advancing the future of child health.


• Mission-Driven Culture - Dedicated to providing family-centered care while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment for clinical teams.

The disclosed salary range includes the minimum and maximum rates within which Children's National believes an individual's base pay rate will fall for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the maximum of the pay range. The exact pay rate for this position will be based on a variety of factors in alignment with the Children's National compensation philosophy. These factors are legitimate and non-discriminatory including, but not limited to, the current market conditions; organizational needs; the individual's combination of prior work experience, level of education, knowledge, skills, and other qualifications. Children's National is committed to providing a fair and competitive total rewards package to each of our employees. This base salary range does not include our comprehensive benefits package or any additional compensation for which this position may be eligible.

Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The \"Know Your Rights\" poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here:Know Your RightsPay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster.

Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a \"drug-free\" work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug-free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.