Cytogenetic Technologist in North Carolina

Job Description


Job Title : Cytogenetic Technologist


Location : Charlotte, North Carolina


Reporting To : Cytogenetics Supervisor / Laboratory Manager

Position Summary
The Cytogenetic Technologist conducts microscopic and molecular analysis of human chromosomes to support diagnoses of congenital disorders, hematologic malignancies, fertility issues, and prenatal abnormalities. The technologist is responsible for culturing, harvesting, slide preparation, karyotyping, FISH/array analysis, and reporting findings in ISCN format to healthcare providers.

• Collect and prepare biological specimens (e.g., blood, bone marrow, amniotic fluid, tissue) using aseptic technique
  
  
• Establish and maintain cell cultures; harvest, fix and prepare slides for analysis using banding protocols
  
  
• Perform karyotyping, FISH, and chromosomal microarray analyses as assigned
  
  
• Prepare findings using ISCN nomenclature; document through lab information systems
  
  
• Accurately record QC, maintain logs, and follow CLIA/HIPAA/OSHA compliance
  
  
• Collaborate with pathologists and genetic counselors on complex cases, and assist in training junior staff or trainees
  
  
• Perform daily instrument maintenance and participate in proficiency testing as required
  
  
• May work rotating shifts, weekends, or overtime based on specimen load
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cytogenetic Technology, Medical Technology, Biology, or related science
  
  
• ASCP CLS(CG) certification (or eligible within 1 year) required; MLS with on-the-job cytogenetics training may be considered
  
  
• Preferred 1-2 years of cytogenetics experience, including FISH and array methodologies
  
  
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and analytical skills
  
  
• Knowledge of ISCN standards and comfortable working with microscopes and image capture systems
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work within multidisciplinary teams
  
  

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(Ref Code: MK7251)


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Meet Your Recruiter


Marissa Katsounakis
Senior Healthcare Recruiter


Marissa is a Healthcare Recruiter, who is excited to help you find a long term career. She will listen to what you are looking for in your next job and will help you find that perfect fit. Marissa has lived in Massachusetts her whole life, and after graduating from Boston University with a Major in Psychology, she joined KA Recruiting and moved to Boston. Outside of recruiting, she enjoys staying active, being with friends, and vacationing in Florida.


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