Clinical Laboratory Technologist – Cytogenetics (FISH)
About The Position
Labcorp is seeking a Cytogenetics Technologist to support daily laboratory operations in Shelton, Connecticut. The role focuses on high-quality FISH analysis, technical review, and workflow coordination. The successful candidate will bring FISH analysis experience (digital experience preferred), sound technical judgment, and the ability to help train and develop team members while maintaining quality, accuracy, and turnaround-time performance. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position performs cytogenetics laboratory procedures, evaluates specimen acceptability, operates and troubleshoots instruments, prepares and evaluates reagents or controls, reports results, and documents preventive maintenance and quality control. Candidates must meet the stated education and experience criteria, or qualify through an applicable non-traditional degree with science credits meeting CLIA standards. The role requires attention to detail, communication and organizational skills, computer proficiency, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Overtime or other shifts may be needed based on business requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology.
- At least 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience, or 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 skills, 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
- 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.
- Experience with digital FISH analysis.
- Experience working in a high-volume laboratory environment.
- Applicable science credits in a non-traditional degree that meet CLIA standards may satisfy the education requirements.
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 workflow coordination and contribute to the training and development of team members.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- 401(k) plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), subject to schedule and eligibility
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
