Senior Cytogenetics Technologist

Cytogenetics Technologist III/Senior in beautiful Seattle, Washington FULL TIME - DIRECT HIRE - COMPLETLEY ONSITE POSITION NOT A REMOTE ROLE Universal Qualifications – Shared Values and Qualifications Among All Laboratory Sections Provides tailored and effective training and coaching for new technicians/technologists Consistently demonstrates leadership, initiative, and positive role modeling when interacting with any team member Assist the Supervisor and/or director with duties as needed Responsibilities including but not limited to: Participate in cytogenetics and/or FISH rotations: wet lab, analysis, drafting of client reports, and final review of client reports after director approval Rotation coverage as assigned by your Supervisor or director(s) Communication with Supervisor and section director(s) regarding daily workflow and case progression. Alert director(s) to critical findings, issues, or delays in analysis Communicate with team members daily regarding workflow and section needs Review SOPs annually and follow SOPs to perform daily clinical workflow Participation in section quality management activities Participate in annual competency assessments Participate in Proficiency Testing (CAP) Assist the laboratory in maintain compliance with CLIA and CAP requirements with participation in onsite inspections Work rotating weekend days (Saturday and/or Sunday) as needed Qualifications : Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree or a Bachelor of Arts degree that meets the ASCP requirements for a Cytogenetics certification Current ASCP certification in Cytogenetics (Cyto only) Must have very strong FISH analysis experience of multiple myeloma panels and lymphoma panels on paraffin slides (FFPE) Experience in chromosome and/or FISH analysis; oncology experience preferred Familiar with current ISCN utilization for Cytogenetics and/or FISH In-depth understanding of Cytogenetic and/or FISH analytical processes Experience in troubleshooting and quality control (including CAP regulations) Works successfully in a team environment Strong written & verbal communication skills Excellent critical thinking skills Ability to complete tasks successfully and efficiently, as delegated by Supervisor/Director Passion for providing high-quality and industry-leading diagnostic services as well as patient care Deeply committed to continuous learning and staying abreast of scientific advances Senior Technologist An advanced level position with at least 8 years of cytogenetic and/or FISH wet lab and analysis experience recommended and: Successful fulfillment of all Level III Technologist qualifications Provides tailored and effective training and coaching for new technicians/technologists Assists the Supervisor and/or director with duties as needed Can take on validation projects with minimal supervision Able to problem solve quality issues in wet lab with minimal supervision The ability to analyze all FISH samples including paraffin embedded tissues (FISH only) Consistently demonstrates leadership, initiative, and positive role modeling when interacting with any team memberaa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a