Senior Clinical Laboratory Technologist – Cytogenetics at Labcorp summary:
The Senior Clinical Laboratory Technologist – Cytogenetics performs complex laboratory testing on human specimens to support patient care, ensuring quality and accuracy by operating and troubleshooting specialized instrumentation. This role requires adherence to established protocols, preventive maintenance, and quality control in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. The position demands professional certification, attention to detail, and collaboration within a team to deliver precise cytogenetics test results.
$10,000 Sign On Bonus for external candidates only
Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, Labcorp wants to speak with you about exciting opportunities to join our team as a Senior Cytogenetics Technologist in Miami, FL. 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: 1st Shift, Monday to Friday 8:30AM - 5:00PM
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. For more detailed information, please click here.
Job Responsibilities
- 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 4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required
- Certified by the National Credentialing Agency (NCA) in Cytogenetics (CLSp-CG) is a plus
- ASCP or AMT certification is preferred
- Florida Cytogenetics Technologist license required
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems are 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
In order to ensure the safety of our patients, this position requires as part of the post-offer onboarding process, successful completion of medical surveillance testing which includes: TB testing; proof of immunity or vaccination for Hepatitis B, Varicella, and MMR; annual flu vaccination; and color blind deficiency testing (if required by position). Labcorp will consider reasonable accommodations If you need an exemption due to a medical contraindication/disability or religious belief.
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!
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Keywords:
cytogenetics, clinical laboratory, laboratory testing, diagnostic testing, medical technology, quality control, specimen processing, instrumentation troubleshooting, patient care, lab safety
