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Role Description

Labcorp is seeking a US remote based Cytogenetics Technologist to join our team!

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am-430pm (candidate local time zone)

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform analysis of chromosomes, which includes imaging and karyotyping of cytogenetic specimens. Focus is primarily on constitutional blood cases, with a possibility of prenatal cases.
• Analyze chromosomes for count, structural abnormality, and morphology from computer acquired image of a metaphase according to appropriate SOP.
• Prepare preliminary report for interpretation by arranging (karyotyping) the different pairs of chromosomes identifying their proper numerical sequence.
• Enter analysis information into appropriate computer systems for director interpretation.
• Check karyotypes according to departmental and group procedures and protocols prior to director review.
• Ensure chromosomes are placed and oriented properly.
• Verify patient demographic information.
• Verify that karyotype matches written diagnosis.
• Ensure karyotypes are appropriate for director review based on test ordered and result.
• Remote transfer of electronic images to and from satellite reading labs for analysis.
• Perform routine maintenance on laboratory and computer equipment in designated area.
• Participate in proficiency testing as required, maintains records that demonstrate that proficiency samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
• Attend all required meetings and represents laboratory in a professional manner.
• Participate in required continuing education activities.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required to meet the needs of the department and company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
• 2 years or more of experience working in a Cytogenetics clinical laboratory.
• 1 or more years experience performing karyotyping.
• 1 or more years experience performing constitutional cytogenetics analysis.

Requirements

• 1 or more years experience with prenatal analysis.
• 1 or more years experience with Applied Spectral Imaging (ASI) software.
• ASCP certification in Cytogenetics (ASCP CG).
• Previous experience with cytogenetic analysis of metaphase spreads via computerized images.
• Computer skills; able to effectively use the Internet, email, text messaging, chat applications, and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation), is an active listener, and effectively provides balanced feedback.
• Strong patient focus.
• Effectively manages own time, conflicting priorities, self, stress, and professional development.
• Self-motivated and self-starter with ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Work From Home Requirements

• A dedicated home office space that isn’t shared and meets HIPAA compliance.
• Agree to have your home address added to reports of cases you analyze or report. This is a CMS requirement.
• Provide wired or wireless internet at a minimum speed of 100 mb/sec.
• Ability to work remotely effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and demands.

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.