Cytogenetic Technologist
About The Position
The Cytogenetic Technologist performs moderate- and high-complexity laboratory testing as part of the patient care process. The role involves analyzing, reviewing, and reporting test results; recognizing when corrective action is needed and implementing effective solutions; and working in a fast-paced laboratory environment with biological and chemical hazards. The technologist is expected to champion safety, compliance, and quality control. The position has routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees receive training on reasonable safeguards and must maintain strict confidentiality and follow applicable privacy and security standards, accessing PHI only as required to perform job duties. The posting lists 20 scheduled weekly hours; the specific work shift and location are not provided.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology, or a Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Biological, or Physical Science with one year of Medical Technology training.
- One year of laboratory training or experience performing high-complexity testing.
- Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or equivalent.
- Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to operate general laboratory equipment, including telephones, computers, automated analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, manual and automated pipettes, and audible alarms.
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years of laboratory training or experience performing high-complexity testing within the area of specialty.
Responsibilities
- Perform moderate- and high-complexity testing as part of the patient care process.
- Analyze, review, and report testing results.
- Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement effective solutions.
- Work in a fast-paced laboratory environment with biological and chemical hazards.
- Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of Protected Health Information and access it only as required to fulfill job duties.
Benefits
- Free lab services for the employee and dependents.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
- Opportunity to grow professionally.
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Job Type
Part-time
