Cytogenetic Technologist jobs in North Carolina
Cytogenetic Technologist performs microscopic analysis for cytogenetic studies on biological specimens. Analyzes chromosomes for prenatal diagnosis, congenital birth defects, fertility problems and hematological disorders. Being a Cytogenetic Technologist is responsible for harvesting cells, image analysis, and results reporting. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Cytogenetic Technologist typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Typically requires certification as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Cytogenetic Technologist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Cytogenetic Technologist
- UNC Health
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Chapel Hill, NC
FULL_TIME
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Description
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Summary
This position is eligible for our Clinical Laboratory Incentive Program. To learn more on the incentive program guidelines and eligible positions, visit https://jobs.unchealthcare.org/pages/lab-incentive-program?&bid=12881
The Cytogenetic Technologist processes clinical specimens from patients who are referred for cancer or constitutional cytogenetic diagnosis. The processing will include accessioning the specimen into the laboratory, tissue culture, harvesting or preparing the cells for analysis, slide preparation and staining, microscope analysis, imaging, cell karyotyping and preparation of diagnostic result reports.
The Cytogenetics Laboratory at the UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill has an immediate opening for a Cytogenetic Technologist. This technologist may work as a generalist with cross-training provided in the areas of tissue culture, FISH and microscopy as needed. Excellent written and verbal communication and the ability to work in a team environment are essential. Experience with karyotyping and analysis of oncology cases is preferred.
Hours
Monday-Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm with rotating weekend and holiday coverage responsibilities.
Responsibilities- Investigates problems with equipment, test results, specimens, and/or workflow.
- May participate on teams or perform special projects/assignments.
- May perform teaching of Clinical Laboratory Science students and Pathology residents and training of new employees. May serve as a technical resource.
- Performs quality control and equipment maintenance in the Cytogenetics laboratory.
- Reports results to healthcare providers. Consults/confers with healthcare providers regarding test results.
- Reviews test results to ensure accuracy of report and timely correction of errors.
- Performs cytogenetic testing procedures: cell culture and processing, microscopic analysis and may perform FISH and microarray testing. Observes test performance and trends and provides data.
- Prepares solutions and reagents and verifies preparation quality.
- May serve as a technical resource.
Other information:
Education Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry Science, Biological science, Diagnostic Genetic Sciences
- CG (ASCP) Board of Certification eligible (must be received within two years of hire date.)
- If Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or a Chemistry or Biological science and completion of a NACCLS accredited Cytogenetics program or completion of a Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Genetic Sciences, then no years of experience required.
- If Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or a Chemistry or Biological science, then one (1) year of full-time experience in a cytogenetic laboratory required.
Job Details
Legal Employer: STATE
Entity: UNC Medical Center
Organization Unit: UNCH Molecular And Cytogenetcs
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC: Chapel Hill
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Hiring Range: $25.90-$37.29
Pay offers are based on experience and internal equity
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity. - 18 Days Ago
Cytogenetic Technologist I - Atrium Health Core Lab - FT - Evenings
- Candidate Experience site
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Charlotte, NC
FULL_TIME
- Job Summary Performs sample set up, harvesting, slide preparation and staining, microscopic analysis, photography, karyotyping and performs FISH analysis. Essential Functions Assures integrity of the ...
- 3 Days Ago
Cytogenetic Technologist I - Atrium Health Core Lab - Evenings
- Candidate Experience site
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Charlotte, NC
FULL_TIME
- This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. In addition to the sign-on bonus, new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages, paid time off, and opportunities for career advance...
- 29 Days Ago
Technologist
- ncsu-sb
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NC STATE UNIVERSITY RALEIGH, NC
FULL_TIME
- This Integrations and Solutions -Full stack developer working on National Conservation Management decision tools for agriculture-focused user interfaces, creating testing environments/pipelines, and i...
- 4 Days Ago
Technologist
- Onin Staffing
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Morrisville, NC
FULL_TIME
- Job DescriptionOnin Staffing is looking for a Technologist in the Morrisville, NC area. The Technologist is responsible for the preparation and testing of products as well as competitors products for ...
- 7 Days Ago
Technologist
- Computer Task Group, Inc
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Morrisville, NC
OTHER
- Description CTG is seeking to fill a Product Tester/Analyst opening for our client in Morrisville, NC. Location: Morrisville, NC Duration: 12 months contract with ability to go long term/PERM Duties: ...
- 20 Days Ago
Cytogenetic Technologist jobs at Popular Companies
Cytogenetic Technologist
- Labcorp
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- ***$5,000 Sign-on Bonus** INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (USA). Labcorp Biopharma Solutions is seeking a qualified cytogenetic te...
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Cytogenetic Technologist
- Labcorp
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Phoenix, AZ
- Job Summary Performs all routine and special Cytogenetics and/or FISH procedures, microscopic analysis, and maintains qu...
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Cytogenetic Technologist
- Fairview Health Services
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Minneapolis, MN
- Overview MHealth Fairview has an exciting opportunity for a full time, day shift, Cytogenetics Technologist (MLS/MT) at ...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Cytogenetic Technologist in North Carolina
- K.A. Recruiting, Inc.
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Matthews, NC
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Cytogenetic Technologist II (1st Shift)
- Labcorp
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Indianapolis, IN
- INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (USA). Labcorp Biopharma Solutions is seeking a qualified cytogenetic technologist for a position ...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Cytogenetics Technologist-Analysis Only Position
- Sigma Core LLC
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San Antonio, TX
- Job Description Job Description CorePath Laboratories San Antonio has an immediate opening for an experienced Cytogeneti...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Cytogenetics Technologist
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
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New York, NY
- Pay Range: $50.11-$80.21 Company Overview: The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a si...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Cytogenetic Technologist
- Pride Health
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Charlotte, NC
- Pride Health is hiring for a Senior Cytogenetic Technologist to support our client’s medical facility based in Charlotte...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
About North Carolina
North Carolina (/ˌkærəˈlaɪnə/ (listen)) is a state in the southeastern region of the United States. It borders South Carolina and Georgia to the south, Tennessee to the west, Virginia to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. North Carolina is the 28th-most extensive and the 9th-most populous of the U.S. states. The state is divided into 100 counties. The capital is Raleigh, which along with Durham and Chapel Hill is home to the largest research park in the United States (Research Triangle Park). The most populous municipality is Charlotte, which is the second-largest banking center in...
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