Cytogenetic Technologist

Job Title: Cytogenetic Technologist Location: Charlotte,NC Duration:Direct hire Duties: Performs sample set up, harvesting, slide preparation and staining, microscopic analysis, photography, karyotyping and performs FISH analysis. Essential Functions Assures integrity of the specimens during all phases of specimen processing. Performs a variety of culturing procedures including; establishing blood, bone marrow, and biopsy cultures; monitoring growth levels, making decisions regarding feeding, subculturing, harvesting, etc. Performs various slide preparations and staining techniques (standard Geisma,, Q-, R-, C- banding and NOR staining) Performs detailed microscopic analysis. Assumes responsibility for ruling out chromosomal mosaicism. Makes decisions regarding optimal cells for documentation. Capable of operating automated karyotyping equipment. Performs FISH processing and analysis. Manages record keeping, maintains stock supply levels, orients new personnel in lab, institutes new procedures, and continues education programs. REQUIRED Bachelor’s degree in any Life Science, Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP or equivalent), and/or Technologist in Cytogenetics (ASCP or equivalent) required.