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Director of Cytogenetics
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Director of Cytogenetics
Full Time Direct Hire
Aliso Viejo, CA
Position Summary:
Our client is looking to hire a Director of Cytogenetics to add to their team on a hybrid basis out of their Aliso Viejo, CA office.
The Director of Cytogenetics is responsible for providing clinical consultation to the clinical laboratory within her/his area(s) of expertise which will maximize quality patient care and ensure continuous business growth throughout the Laboratories. Performs all necessary tasks involved in the processing of patient samples, with accuracy and efficiency, essential to render a diagnosis and/or prognosis of acquired and inherited cytogenetic and or molecular genetic oncology disorders/diseases.
Provides professional consultations for on-site pathologists and referring physicians, consultation for genetics send-out cases and assists assay validation and improvement, quality assurance/quality improvement, training/competency and continuing education programs. Assists oversight of the internal and external (i.e., CLIA, CAP, CA and NY State) proficiency testing and inspection.
This is a director position responsible for the Cytogenetics laboratory for the site assigned to them.
Experience & Required Qualifications:
- Requires a Ph.D., DO or MD
- Six or more years of Clinical Lab experience as a Director in assigned specialty. Must meet all licensing as required by CLIA or Director accreditation from a national certifying agency.
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CA Director/Scientist License, American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG) Board Certified in Clinical Cytogenetics or Laboratory Genetics & Genomics OR in Clinical Pathology by the American Board of Pathology.
- Must possess excellent communications skills, both written and verbal, and be fluent in English. Must be able to express opinions clearly and concisely.
- Must be able to deal tactfully with clients and co-workers.
- Must demonstrate professionalism, maturity, and alignment with the company’s mission and principles.
- Must demonstrate an awareness of, and sensitivity to, cultural differences both with internal staff and external clients.
- Must be a motivated, energetic, self-starter with a progressive and flexible work style.
- Must be a strategic thinker who takes an innovative and proactive approach to defining problems and identifying and implementing solutions.
- Must be willing and able to embrace, drive, and manage organizational change
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Must be able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards
- Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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