Technologist Trainee - Cytogenetics/FISH

Labcorp•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Cytogenetic Technologist Trainee to join its team in Phoenix, Arizona. The position performs cytogenetics and FISH laboratory testing, including routine and complex technical procedures, specimen evaluation, instrument operation and troubleshooting, reagent preparation and evaluation, and reporting test results. New graduates are welcome, and full training is provided. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with required overtime based on business needs. The role supports quality patient care by producing accurate and timely test results, following departmental standard operating procedures, maintaining quality control and preventive maintenance records, and working safely with appropriate personal protective equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
Education must be from an accredited U.S. university.
Previous clinical laboratory testing experience.
Proficiency with computers and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
High attention to detail and strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.

Nice To Haves

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

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.
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.