Clinical Laboratory Technologist – Cytogenetics (FISH)

Labcorp • Shelton, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Cytogenetics Technologist to join its team in Shelton, Connecticut. The position supports daily laboratory operations through high-quality FISH analysis, technical review, and workflow coordination. The ideal candidate has FISH analysis experience, preferably digital, sound technical judgment, and the ability to contribute to team training and development while maintaining quality, accuracy, and turnaround-time performance.

The role involves routine and complex laboratory procedures, specimen acceptability review, instrument operation and troubleshooting, technical decision-making, reagent and control evaluation, and accurate, timely reporting of results. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts may be needed based on business needs.

Labcorp describes opportunities for growth, continuous learning, and professional challenges. The stated pay range is $24.00 to $33.00 per hour. Eligible employees regularly scheduled for at least 20 hours per week may receive comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k), paid time off or flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology; alternatively, an MLS degree is listed as an option alongside the experience pathway.
• At least 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience, unless qualifying through an MLS degree.
• Understanding of laboratory operations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Computer proficiency and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
• Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.
• Non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet the education requirements.

Nice To Haves

• National Credentialing Agency (NCA) certification in Cytogenetics (CLSp-CG).
• At least 3 months of clinical laboratory testing experience in cytogenetics/FISH.
• ASCP or AMT certification.
• FISH analysis experience, preferably digital.
• Experience working in a high-volume laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine procedures, including tissue culture, harvesting, slide making and banding, automated karyotyping, reagent preparation, and FISH processing, probing, and scoping.
• Determine whether specimens are acceptable 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.
• Make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
• Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Support daily laboratory operations through technical review and workflow coordination.
• Contribute to training and development of team members.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), subject to eligibility and schedule
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level