Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Cytogenetics

Stony Brook University•Town of Brookhaven, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

At Stony Brook Medicine, a TH Clinical Laboratory Technologist is a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population. Responsible for quality control, laboratory safety, monitoring and operation of laboratory equipment. Abide by all regulations related to patient confidentiality and by all NYS Department of Health and CAP regulations. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence. Duties of a TH Clinical Laboratory Technologist in the Department of Cytogenetics may include but are not limited to the following: Sterile tissue culture techniques for the preparation of human cells (Amniotic Fluid, Blood (stimulated & unstimulated), Bone marrow, Products of conception, Tumors & Lymph nodes) for determination of constitutional or acquired chromosome abnormalities. Microscopic analysis of banded chromosome preparations. Karyotyping of banded chromosomes for determination of chromosome complement. FISH protocols and related microscopic analysis for constitutional and acquired abnormalities: i.e., Cancer probes, Direct Amniocentesis, CEP & LSI probes. Banding protocols: Giemsa-Trypsin, NOR, C-banding, Fluorescent staining. Digital imaging of stained and fluorescent chromosomes and nuclei.

Requirements

SL-1: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 0-2 years of demonstrated relevant experience.
SL-2: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 3-5 years of demonstrated relevant experience.
SL-3: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with a minimum 6 years demonstrated relevant experience.
Verification of degree (e.g., diploma or official transcript) is required for this role.
Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services
Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen
Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Nice To Haves

Certification in Cytogenetics.

Responsibilities

Sterile tissue culture techniques for the preparation of human cells (Amniotic Fluid, Blood (stimulated & unstimulated), Bone marrow, Products of conception, Tumors & Lymph nodes) for determination of constitutional or acquired chromosome abnormalities.
Microscopic analysis of banded chromosome preparations.
Karyotyping of banded chromosomes for determination of chromosome complement.
FISH protocols and related microscopic analysis for constitutional and acquired abnormalities: i.e., Cancer probes, Direct Amniocentesis, CEP & LSI probes.
Banding protocols: Giemsa-Trypsin, NOR, C-banding, Fluorescent staining.
Digital imaging of stained and fluorescent chromosomes and nuclei.
Responsible for quality control, laboratory safety, monitoring and operation of laboratory equipment.
Abide by all regulations related to patient confidentiality and by all NYS Department of Health and CAP regulations.