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Radeas
LC MS/MS Certifying Scientist
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What they do
A Cytogenetic Technologist or Cytotechnologist works in a medical laboratory and uses microscopes to examine cells for signs of abnormalities that could indicate cancerous growth.
$81,062 / year median in North Carolina
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Pay:
$22.00- $26.
SUMMARY:
This position primarily performs routine data analysis in office and limited laboratory bench work related to a wide spectrum of clinical and/or analytic tests with the ability to work independently. This is a desk position.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties include but are not limited to:Testing Analysis:
Interpret raw data from theLC-MS/MS
in order to determine results for each patient.Reporting Results:
Enters patients result into report templates and checks templates, patient demographics, and results for errors and inconsistencies.Reviewing Reports:
Reviews test results confirmed by other analysts to ensure accuracy of patient recordsCustomer Service:
Provide consultation regarding the appropriateness of testing ordered and the interpretation of test results.Testing:
Manipulate potentially hazardous human specimens/samples and analytic reagents in a safe and responsible manner within the laboratory setting.Safety:
Follow all safety procedures and maintain safety equipment, as needed.Proficiency Testing :
Performs proficiency testing whether through an approved program or intra-office. Analyzes and documents all proficiency testing data produced byLC-MS/MS
in the same manner as patient samples.Trouble-Shooting:
Assess potential problems that may arise in performance of testing and initiate appropriate action, as may be required.Quality Control :
Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and periodically assess procedures and identify problems that may adversely affect test performance.Continuing Education:
Participate in regular in-service training and appropriate education on laboratory safety and testing procedures. Remains current on lab standard operating procedures. Requests and documents reruns from QC's or patient samples when raw data is unacceptable. Conduct statistical analyses and evaluate test results relative to specimen/sample information and established reference materials. Contribute with processing data for split sample event(s) as needed (upon direction/approval from supervisor) Assist, contribute or lead special projects as needed to support team members (upon direction/approval from supervisor)MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to a satisfactory standard. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education:
Bachelor's degree with Major in aLaboratory Science:
Biology or Chemistry preferred. If degree is in a Science other than Biology or Chemistry, must have the following credits completed in coursework: 48 hours of science courses orMLS/MLT:
12 semester hours of chemistry 12 semester hours of biology 24 hours of mixture Bio, Chem, MLS, or MLT 24 credit hours of Lab Science 8 Biology 8 Chemistry 8 Mixture of General Lab Science- -Undergraduate Transcripts required to progress in the interview process.
Experience:
(1) Year- Clinical Laboratory Experience in Toxicology with testing performed on
LC-MS/MS
(Required)Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position- hours of work are: M-F, 8am-5pm. Work Remotely
- Optional after initial training completed (If remote, individual must be available to come into the office periodically as needed for training and/or other departmental needs) Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Employee assistance program Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Monday
- Friday 8:00am
- 5:00pm