Technologist Trainee - Cytogenetics/FISH

Labcorp • Phoenix, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Cytogenetic Technologist Trainee to join its team in Phoenix, Arizona. The role performs routine and complex cytogenetics and FISH laboratory procedures, supports specimen processing, maintains instrumentation and supplies, and follows departmental procedures and safety requirements. 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.

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.
• Strong attention to detail, 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.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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