Cytogenetic Technologist

Schedule: 40 hours/week (Sun–Wed shifts with rotating holidays) Pay Rate: $33.05 – $49.60 per hour Sign-on Bonus: $5,000 $2,500 after 1 year Relocation Assistance: $4,000 (within 45 days) Job Title: Cytogenetic Technologist Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Employment Type: Direct hire, Permanent Schedule: 40 hours/week (Sun–Wed shifts with rotating holidays) Compensation & Benefits Pay Rate: $33.05 – $49.60 per hour Sign-on Bonus: $5,000

• 2,500 after 90 days
• 2,500 after 1 year

Relocation Assistance: $4,000 (within 45 days) Job Summary The Cytogenetic Technologist is responsible for performing specialized laboratory procedures related to chromosome analysis, including specimen processing, culturing, staining, karyotyping, and fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH). This role ensures accurate diagnostic results to support patient care while maintaining strict quality control and laboratory standards. Key Responsibilities Laboratory Operations Perform specimen setup, harvesting, slide preparation, staining, and microscopic analysis Conduct karyotyping and FISH analysis Ensure specimen integrity throughout all processing phases Cell Culture & Analysis Establish and maintain cultures from blood, bone marrow, and biopsy samples Monitor growth, perform feeding, subculturing, and harvesting decisions Identify chromosomal abnormalities, including mosaicism Technical Procedures Perform staining techniques such as Giemsa, Q-, R-, C-banding, and NOR staining Operate automated karyotyping systems and imaging tools Conduct validation studies for new test methods Quality Control & Maintenance Monitor incubator CO₂ levels and laboratory equipment Maintain liquid nitrogen levels and perform equipment maintenance Ensure compliance with laboratory safety and quality standards Documentation & Collaboration Maintain accurate records and manage lab inventory Train new staff and implement new procedures Communicate issues impacting patient care to supervisors Utilize Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) effectively Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field Certification as: Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP or equivalent), or Technologist in Cytogenetics (ASCP or equivalent) CG(ASCP) certification required #J-18808-Ljbffr IMCS