Cytogenetics Technologist -Augusta, GA

Wellstar Health System

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Laboratory specialist that prepares, examines, and analyze chromosomes found in biological specimens like blood, amniotic fluids, and bone marrow. This high complexity testing is done in order to diagnose and treat genetic diseases such as congenital birth defects, fertility problems and hematological disorders.

Requirements

Bachelors Biology or Bachelors Chemistry or Bachelors Other-Preferred
MT(ASCP) - Medical Technologist or CT(ASCP) - Cytotechnologist - ASCP or HT(ASCP) - Histotechnician or MLT(ASCP) - Medical Laboratory Technician or MLS(ASCP) - Medical Laboratory Scientist or CG - Certified Technologist in Cytogenics or HTL - Histotechnologist
Attention to detail, multi-tasking, works well with others
High Organized, effective communicator, adaptable.

Responsibilities

Specimen processing.
Setup and maintenance of short and long term cell cultures.
Notify appropriate individuals of/document any unsatisfactory specimens.
Harvest cell cultures.
Prepare slides for chromosome analysis, karyotype and fluorescence in site hybridization (FISH) analysis using GTG, NOR, C-banding, and DAPI staining techniques.
Perform accurate microscopic counts, karyotypes and analysis of banded chromosomes and FISH signal counts and analysis for neoplastic and non-neoplastic cases.
Correctly operate and maintain bright field, inverted, and fluorescent microscopes.
Operates and maintains lab equipment.
Documents quality control as needed preparing and maintaining regulatory requirements for CAP, CLIA, JOC, and GDCH.
Prepares chemicals.
Maintains par levels of chemicals and laboratory supplies.
Exhibits competency with Cerner job functions, accurately accessioning orders, and maintains patient records.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.