Flow Cytometrist
Company: Regional Cancer Care Associates
Location: Little Silver
Posted on: June 19, 2022
Job Description:
$5000 Sign On BonusDescriptionThe flow cytometry area within the
Clinical Hematology laboratory refers to a method-specific subset
of testing that principally supports the Cancer and Transplant
service lines. The technologist will provide the knowledge and
expertise required to ensure the flow cytometry testing maintains
technological advancements and ensure continued growth in test
offerings.
- This role will spend 60% of the time on bench and 40%
analyzing, maintenance, validation, documentation, inventory, and
help with making the cocktails ready and tested for the instrument.
The technologist will be responsible for section technical guidance
including quality control, instrument maintenance, instrument and
test method development, - - - - -and test validation and
implementation.
- we provide reference laboratory testing to various related and
unrelated health care entities, managed care organizations and
non-affiliated hospitals, outpatient clinics, and private
physicians' offices.
- Essential Job Functions
- Provides specialized support in the development, evaluation,
and implementation of new clinical laboratory procedures,
equipment, and processes.
- Furnishes continued technical support after clinical
implementation
- Assures that procedures for the preliminary preparation of
specimens and other testing materials are observed by all staff and
that procedures for the proper storage of specimens are followed
when those specimens cannot be analyzed immediately
- Coordinates the maintenance and is responsible for the - - - -
-acquisition of adequate stocks of reagents, standards, control
materials, and other supplies required for the performance of
testing at assigned workstations
- Reviews on a regular basis quality control data, maintenance
logs, and patient test results and takes appropriate actions on - -
- - -observations not consistent with laboratory policies and
procedures, bringing problems directly to the attention of
personnel involved
- Assists laboratory staff in the proficient and safe use of - -
- - -all equipment necessary for the completion of all duties and -
- - - -responsibilities by following all maintenance, safety, and
quality control - - - - -policies and procedures
- Works with the director to ensure that all procedures, methods,
and processes are scientifically and technically accurate as well -
- - - -as appropriate and cost-effective
- Provides lead support in the development, evaluation, and
implementation of new clinical laboratory procedures, equipment,
and processes, interacting directly with personnel from other
departments or from outside the institution when necessary
- Updates and maintains written laboratory manuals for testing
procedures in accordance with CLIA standard 493.1211, maintains
documentation of laboratory and hospital policies, and communicates
updates and changes to appropriate staff
- Oversees the day-to-day operation of laboratory and testing
personnel and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements
as well as institutional and departmental policies and procedures,
maintains and reviews records of proficiency testing and quality
assurance.
- Ensures adherence to all regulatory requirements and the
maintenance of all necessary documentation; prepares the laboratory
for inspection by outside agencies
- Coordinates and maintains records of training, orientation, and
ongoing continuing education of laboratory personnel
- Performs other duties as requested by senior
management.RequirementsBachelor's or advanced degree in clinical
laboratory science, molecular biology, or related field of
laboratory science (biology, microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry,
physics) from an accredited college or university.
- A minimum of six years prior laboratory work experience is
required for individuals with a bachelor's degree,
- Bachelor of Science Degree required.
- Demonstrated subspecialty expertise, knowledge, or training as
may be deemed appropriate for the laboratory section.
- Knowledge and proficiency in the use of flow cytometry and
conventional laboratory equipment.
- Knowledge and proficiency in the use of word processing,
spreadsheet, and graphical computer programs.
- Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist (ASCP, AMT),
or Specialist in Cytometry (SCYM (ASCP or eligible) Highly
Preferred.
- National certification by the American Society of Clinical
Pathology (ASCP) as a Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Cytometry
(SCYM) or as a Medical Technologist (MT) or (MLT).
- Maintains appropriate continuing education for certification
and licensure.
- At least three years of experience in Flow Cytometry is
required.Offering competitive compensation and benefits! -
Keywords: Regional Cancer Care Associates, Brick , Flow Cytometrist, Other , Little Silver, New Jersey
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