Cytogenetic Technologist - Casual

Are you an experienced Cytogenetics Technologist? Are you looking to looking to embark on a new challenge in your career? If so, LabCorp wants to speak with you about exciting opportunities to join our team as aCytogenetics- Technologist in Portland OR  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".

The Cytogenetic Technologist performs routine procedures for clinical fish specimens from patients who are referred for oncology testing. The responsibilitiesincludeequipment maintenance, reagent preparation, accessioning patient samples, harvesting, slide making ,slide pretreatment, including probing, microscope analysis, imaging, and preparation of diagnostic results.

Schedule: Per diem/casual

Location: 1225 northeast 2nd Avenue Portland, OR

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Routine procedures can include but not limited to : , harvesting, slide making , automated Karyotyping, reagent preparation, and FISH processing, probing, and analysis

• 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

• ASCP certification in Cytogenetics,CG(ASCP)

• 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

Benefits:All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience,applicable degrees/certifications, aswell as internal equity and market data. Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Company bonus where applicable.  For more detailed information, pleaseclick here.

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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