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KA Recruiting Inc. lists this Cytogenetic Technologist in North Carolina opportunity in charlotte, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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)
Worksite address
charlotte, NC, 28202, US
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