Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Cytogenetics (FISH)

About the role

Labcorp is seeking a Cytogenetics (FISH) Technologist (wet lab) to join our team in Brentwood, TN.

Work Schedule

• Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology.
• 1 year or more of clinical laboratory testing experience OR Bachelor's in Cytogenetics OR an MLS degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 months or more of clinical laboratory testing experience in cytogenetic/FISH.
• Certified by the National Credentialing Agency (NCA) in Cytogenetics (CLSp-CG).
• ASCP or AMT certification.

Additional Job Standards

• In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirements.
• Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures.
• Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems.
• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

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.
• Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.