Cytogenetics Analyst

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Remote Cytogenetics Analyst analyzing and karyotyping clinical chromosome specimens for Labcorp’s global laboratory services. Preparing reports and validating results for director review.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform chromosome analysis, including imaging and karyotyping of cytogenetic specimens
  • Analyze chromosomes for count, structural abnormality, and morphology from computer-acquired metaphase images according to SOPs
  • Prepare preliminary reports for director interpretation by arranging chromosome pairs in proper numerical sequence
  • Enter analysis information into computer systems for director interpretation
  • Check karyotypes according to departmental and group procedures and protocols before director review
  • Ensure chromosomes are properly placed and oriented
  • Verify patient demographic information
  • Verify that karyotypes match written diagnoses
  • Ensure karyotypes are appropriate for director review based on the test ordered and result
  • Transfer electronic images remotely to and from satellite reading labs for analysis
  • Perform routine maintenance on laboratory and computer equipment in the designated area
  • Participate in proficiency testing and maintain records demonstrating samples are tested like patient samples
  • Attend required meetings and represent the laboratory professionally
  • Participate in required continuing education activities
  • Comply with company policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties as required to meet department and company needs

Requirements:

  • 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
  • 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), active listening, and ability to provide balanced feedback
  • Strong patient focus
  • Ability to manage time, conflicting priorities, stress, and professional development
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently with limited supervision
  • Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
  • Dedicated, non-shared home office space meeting HIPAA compliance
  • Agree to have home address added to reports of cases analyzed or reported, as required by CMS
  • Wired or wireless internet with a minimum speed of 100 mb/sec
  • Ability to work remotely effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment and juggle competing priorities and demands
  • Preferred: 1 or more years experience with prenatal analysis
  • Preferred: 1 or more years experience with Applied Spectral Imaging (ASI) software
  • Preferred: ASCP certification in Cytogenetics (ASCP CG)

Benefits:

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability (STD)
  • Long-term disability (LTD)
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan