Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Cytogenetics
About The Position
Labcorp is seeking a Technologist Trainee to join its team at a facility in Durham, North Carolina. The position performs routine and complex laboratory testing and technical procedures according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures. The technologist evaluates specimen acceptability, monitors and troubleshoots instrumentation, makes technical decisions, prepares and evaluates reagents or controls, and reports timely and accurate test results to support patient care. The role also includes quality control and preventative maintenance documentation, replenishing bench supplies, assisting with specimen processing, and maintaining a safe work environment with appropriate personal protective equipment. The work schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 3:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. New graduates are welcome, and full training is provided. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant science or laboratory field, or qualifying non-traditional education with applicable science credits meeting CLIA standards. Preferred qualifications include at least three months of clinical laboratory testing experience and ASCP or AMT certification. Labcorp describes opportunities for career growth, continuous learning, and professional challenges. Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for 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. Eligibility exceptions apply to certain schedules and employment categories.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology; qualifying non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits meeting CLIA standards may also satisfy education requirements.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Three months or more of clinical laboratory testing experience.
- ASCP or AMT certification.
Responsibilities
- 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 related to 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 preventative maintenance and quality control procedures.
- Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
- Assist with specimen processing when needed.
- Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), subject to eligibility and schedule exceptions
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
