Cytogenetics Technologist 2

Duties

Work under the direction and supervision of the Lab Manager and Technical Directors to examine blood, bone marrow and solid tumor specimens from cancer patients for chromosomal changes using high resolution microscopes and a digital imaging system; complete chromosomal analysis and fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) analysis; processing, clerical, and other general laboratory duties related to specimen processing and provision of preliminary test results and assistance to physicians and nursing staff; attend in-service and continuing education; obtain American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Technologist in Cytogenetics (CG) within two years of hire or ASCP Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLT) certification within one year of hire.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cytogenetics, Biochemistry, Medical Laboratory Science, or other biological science (foreign equivalents acceptable); eligible for American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Technologist in Cytogenetics (CG) certification or ASCP Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLT) certification; requires successful completion of a background check.

Additional Information

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