Cytogenetic Tech (Per Diem) - UNCH Molecular And Cytogenetics
About The Position
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. The McLendon Clinical Laboratories Cytogenetics Lab is currently recruiting applicants for a per diem Cytogenetic Technologist position. Summary: This technologist will serve as a generalist within the Cytogenetics Laboratory. Duties may include specimen processing, short and long-term tissue culturing, slide preparation, microscope analysis, karyotyping, FISH and general lab duties, as needed. Excellent communication, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work in a team environment are essential. This technologist will support the goals of the McLendon Clinical Laboratories and UNC Health.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, a chemical science, biological science, or in Diagnostic Genetic Sciences
- CG (ASCP) Board of Certification eligible (must be received within one year of hire date.)
- If bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or a chemical or biological science and completion of a NACCLS accredited Cytogenetics program, or completion of a Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Genetic Sciences, then no experience is required.
- If bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or a chemistry or biological science only, then one (1) year of experience required.
Responsibilities
- Investigates problems with equipment, test results, specimens, and/or workflow.
- May participate on teams or perform special projects/assignments.
- May perform teaching of Clinical Laboratory Science students and Pathology residents and training of new employees. May serve as a technical resource.
- Performs quality control and equipment maintenance in the Cytogenetics laboratory.
- Performs routine and less standardized test procedures. Observes test and reactions and provides data.
- Prepares specimens and reagents, solutions, heat, or filters as required.
- Reports results to healthcare providers. Consults/confers with healthcare providers regarding test results.
- Reviews test results to ensure accuracy of report and timely correction of errors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
