Cytogenetic Technologist

Overview Fairview has an exciting opportunity for a full time, day shift, Cytogenetics Technologist at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center-East Bank in the Cytogenetics (CG) department. This position will work Monday through Friday, with every 3rd weekend with a holiday rotation. This position is eligible for a Sign On Bonus of up to $5500 (amount pro-rated based on FTE). Our Cytogenetics department is a local leader in pioneering chromosomal and genomic technologies for the diagnosis and management of both inherited disease and cancer. The Cytogenetics lab serves a unique and diverse patient population with our hospital recognized as a national leader in areas like bone marrow transplantation. Our hospital has also recently been established as a rare disease center of excellence. The 40-member Cytogenetics team utilizes highly specialized testing including: Tissue culture processing, Chromosome Microarray, Fluorescent In-Situ Hybridization (FISH), and G-banding chromosome analysis to obtain results that guide patient care. All teams within the Cytogenetics lab collaborate to provide high quality patient care and integrated patient result reports. Responsibilities The Tissue Culture Team is responsible for specimen receipt, culturing and harvesting of specimens. They provide stained slides for G-band chromosome analysis and cell pellets for FISH processing. The Microarray Team is responsible for specimen receipt, DNA extraction and microarray processing which includes DNA restrictions, labeling and slide hybridization/washing to obtain data for Microarray analysis. The FISH Team is responsible for slide and probe preparation, slide hybridization and wash, as well as probe analysis using a fluorescent microscope. The Chromosome Analysis Teams utilize their expertise to analyze G-banded Neoplastic and Congenital Chromosomes using computer software and/or a brightfield microscope. In joining the Cytogenetics lab, you will be joining a highly motivated team of professional Technologists and will be assigned to one or more of our laboratory teams dependent on previous experience and laboratory needs. The Cytogenetic Technologist functions independently in performing major Cytogenetics work responsibilities of the professional laboratory practice. The Cytogenetic Technologist performs a wide variety of complex diagnostic interpretive testing and acts as a resource for problem resolution and interpretation of Cytogenetic results including conventional GBAND, Microarray, and/or FISH analysis. The Cytogenetic Technologist may be responsible for method development research, instrument correlation, and method validation. The Cytogenetic Technologist correlates data based on clinical knowledge, technical expertise, and other conditions affecting test results. The Cytogenetic Technologist assists in laboratory performance improvement activities Required Qualifications Baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited college/university in a related laboratory field including the related lab practicum or equivalent routes meeting qualifications as high complexity testing personnel as specified in CLIA ’88. B.S./B.A. in Biology, Chemistry, Genetics, Medical Laboratory Science, or Molecular from an accredited college/university and successful completion of NAACLS accredited cytogenetics program • Diploma with field of study listed or transcript must be provided or B.S./B.A. from an accredited college/university with a combination of 30 semester hours in biology and chemistry • Transcript must be provided or M.A./M.S. from an accredited college/university in genetics or molecular biology • Diploma with field of study or transcript must be provided. Attention to detail. Good organizational skills. Good Communication skills. Demonstrate the ability to work under stress in a variety of situations. Ability to exercise independent judgment. Applicant must be eligible for Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) approved Cytogenetics certification • ASCP or ASCPi – CG within 1 Year and Applicant must obtain Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) approved Cytogenetics certification • ASCP or ASCPi – CG within 2 Yrs Preferred Qualifications Cytogenetics experience in G-bands, FISH, Micro Array. Benefit Overview Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: Compensation Disclaimer An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored. EEO Statement EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status #J-18808-Ljbffr