Technologist Trainee, Cytogenetics/FISH

About the Role

Labcorp is seeking a Cytogenetic Technologist Trainee to join their team in Phoenix, AZ. This role offers full training, and new graduates are welcome.

Work Schedules: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm. Required Overtime Based On Business Needs.

Key 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 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 & Tech Stack

• Proficient with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
• Previous clinical laboratory testing experience is a plus.

Preferred Qualification

• Current or prior Labcorp experience.
• ASCP in Cytogenetics or AMT certification.

Education must be from an accredited U.S. University.