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Medical Technologist (Flow Cytometry)
Alpharetta, GA
Global cutting-edge biotech company focusing on genetic testing, inherited disease, and more is hiring a Medical Technologist (Flow Cytometry) in Alpharetta, GA. This is a direct hire opportunity, great for someone with a certification as a medical laboratory technologist or clinical scientist (ASCP, NCA, HEW, etc.) with experience in Flow Cytometry. As a Medical Technologist, you will be responsible for performing Flow Cytometry processing for Leukemia/Lymphoma and PNH testing. Utilizing the cytometry software, perform data acquisition of patient samples. Assist with daily QC/QA, instrument maintenance, and troubleshooting. Assist with validation projects. Assist specimen management in the triage and proper specimen handling of specimens, including sterile split technique. A successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree and 1-3 years of experience of flow cytometry experience with their certification.
Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30am-6pm. Rotating on-call work availability is also required
Pay: $31-35/hr. depending on experience
Key Duties :
· Sample Preparation: Identify, lyse, and stain samples for flow cytometric testing; Sample Splits: Observe principles of sterile technique in carrying out daily responsibilities for splitting samples and sample preparation for other departments.
· Cytometers: Properly identify and acquire patient samples, as well as troubleshoot and perform daily maintenance on all cytometers and within laboratory.
· Laboratory equipment: Perform quality control, calibration, routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
· Fresh Prep: Accurately verify that all specimens are properly identified, process work completely and accurately, to include requisitions and any additional documents accompanying specimens.
· Send outs: Coordinate and prepare patient samples/slides for shipment
· Reports: Locate and maintain patient reports/folders using laboratory LIS
· Participate in the development of SOPs including updates as required.
· Professional Development: Attend in-services, reads professional literature, and participate in educational programs and activities to remain abreast of developments in the field of flow cytometry. Participate in proficiency testing.
· Quality Control: Comply with quality control policies and procedures to ensure that all aspects of laboratory operation are performed in accordance with accepted standards and applicable laws for clinical laboratories.
· Reagents/Media: Prepare reagents, stains, and media in accordance with laboratory protocol.
· Safety: Practice universal precautions measures necessary for the handling of patient specimens and use proper PPE when working in the laboratory.
· Supplies: Assist in maintaining an adequate stock of commonly used supplies.
· Perform related responsibilities as required.
Requirements :
· Bachelor's degree in laboratory science or related scientific field.
· 1 - 3 years of flow cytometry experience
· Certification as a medical laboratory technologist or clinical scientist with a recognized agency (ASCP,NCA, HEW,etc)
· Laboratory personnel participating in licensure or certification maintenance programs must complete the number of continuing education hours prescribed by their licensing or certifying agency.
· Technical laboratory personnel whose certification has been grandfathered and does not require participation in a certification maintenance program must complete at least twelve hours of continuing education annually.
Working Conditions:
· A moderate amount of standing is often required.
· Possess manual dexterity in order to perform analytical testing.
· Potential Exposure to toxic chemicals and the bio-hazards associated with handling blood, solid tissue, and body fluids.
** _This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you_**
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
I have 3 years of experience working in a medical laboratory, performing various tests and analyzing results.
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