***This opportunity is for current Howard University and Texas Southern University Clinical Laboratory Science Program Students only***
As a Clinical Laboratory Technologist I- Flow Cytometry you will work under general supervision. You will be responsible for performing highly complex laboratory testing procedures. You will figure out acceptability of specimens for testing, prepare clinical specimens and identify specimen related problems.
In this position, you will need to analyze specimens and review and release test results. You will have the means to prepare stock solutions, reagents and cocktails used in the laboratory. You will then test these based on standard criteria and document all observations.
- Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications
- Demonstrates initiative in making suggestions to improve efficiency and productivity and provides consistent feedback
- Maintains laboratory in a clean, functional state, as well as cleaning, performing or scheduling equipment and instrument maintenance/calibration/certification, as required
- Participates in continuing education
Education:
- A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in one of the chemical, physical, or biological sciences with the addition of at least one year of laboratory experience/training/training course is required
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology is preferred
Qualification Requirements:
- Nationally: Eligibility for ASCP generalist License required at time of graduation
- Florida, California: Eligibility for state license to perform laboratory testing required.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from Howard University
- Knowledge of laboratory techniques
- Possesses appropriate computer skills to accomplish tasks
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Good social skills and attention to detail
- Motivated to work independently and within a team environment
- Willing to work in a biohazard environment and follow safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual
- Good visual acuity including color perception required for certain departments
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Skills Required
- Current student in the Howard University or Texas Southern University Clinical Laboratory Science Program
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in chemical, physical, or biological sciences
- At least one year of laboratory experience, training, or training coursework
- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology
- Eligibility for ASCP generalist certification or license at graduation
- Eligibility for a state laboratory testing license in Florida or California, where applicable
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from Howard University
- Knowledge of laboratory techniques
- Appropriate computer skills
- Effective communication skills
- Good social skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Willingness to work in a biohazard environment and follow laboratory safety policies
- Good visual acuity and color perception for applicable departments
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
What We Do
NeoGenomics Laboratories is a leading cancer diagnostic reference laboratory that has provided high-quality cancer testing and partnership programs to pathologists and oncologists for over 10 years. We work every day to achieve our common purpose of saving lives by improving patient CARE through Communication, Accuracy, Reliability, and Efficiency. Our areas of expertise include cancer cytogenetics with industry-leading turnaround times; hematologic and solid tumor FISH testing with the largest menu of technical-only services available; 10-color flow cytometry; IHC supported by an extensive antibody library; and over 100 molecular oncology tests comprising the most comprehensive combination of multiparameter profiles and targeted biomarker tests in the industry. Our technical-only testing programs feature on-demand or live training and are available to pathologists who wish to sign out FISH, flow cytometry, and/or IHC. NeoGenomics’ extremely fast test development cycle means we are highly responsive to therapy development and guideline changes, and test design always involves a balance of convention and innovation. We support clients in many cancer-related market segments, to include: hospital and private pathology laboratories, office-based oncologists, CRO / Biopharmaceutical development organizations, academic institutions / teaching hospitals, and several more. CONNECT WITH US Online: neogenomics.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/NeoGenomics Facebook: facebook.com/neogenomics
