Clinical Laboratory Technologist – Cytogenetics, FISH

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut.

📋 Description

• Conduct tissue culture, harvesting, slide preparation and banding, automated karyotyping, reagent preparation, and FISH processing, probing, and scoping.

• Assess specimen acceptability based on established testing standards.

• Execute routine and complex technical procedures in accordance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures.

• Oversee, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.

• Make informed technical decisions related to testing and problem resolution.

• Prepare, test, and assess new reagents or controls.

• Deliver accurate and timely test results to facilitate quality patient care.

• Execute and document preventive maintenance and quality control protocols.

• Assist with daily laboratory operations through FISH analysis, technical review, and workflow coordination.

• Contribute to the training and development of team members.

⛳️ 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 a Bachelor's in Cytogenetics OR an MLS degree.

• Non-traditional degrees with relevant science credits that meet CLIA standards may fulfill education requirements.

• Preferred: National Credentialing Agency (NCA) Cytogenetics certification (CLSp-CG).

• Preferred: A minimum of 3 months of clinical laboratory testing experience in cytogenetic/FISH.

• Preferred: ASCP or AMT certification.

• Understanding of laboratory operations, policies, and procedures.

• Experience in a high-volume laboratory setting.

• Capability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

• Proficient in computer usage and familiar with laboratory information systems.

• Strong attention to detail, along with excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role.

• Must pass a standardized color blindness test.

• Willingness to work overtime or alternative shifts as required by business needs.

• Must have a dedicated, private home office space compliant with HIPAA regulations.

• Agree to have home address included in reports of analyzed or reported cases, as mandated by CMS.

• Must have wired or wireless internet with a minimum speed of 100 Mb/sec.

• Ability to effectively work remotely in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.

• Availability to work Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM ET.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Short-term disability (STD).

• Long-term disability (LTD).

• 401(k).

• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO).

• Tuition Reimbursement.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

• Opportunities for growth and continuous learning.