Cytogenetic Technologist I Atrium Health Core Lab FT Evenings

Sun - 8:00am - 5:30pm (Variable)

Mon - Wed 10:30am - 9:00pm

Rotating Holidays

Pay Range

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.
• May apply cryogenic technology in specimen storage.
• Coordinates specific functions with laboratory personnel in accordance with job description.
• Manages quality control of culture apparatus which includes; monitoring CO2 levels in incubators monitoring CO2 supply periodic disinfection of incubators periodic maintenance of hoods and monitoring of liquid N2 levels.
• Stays knowledgeable about research and development within the cytogenetics field
• Performs validation studies for new test development as required and participates in compilation of validation data.
• Reports to supervisory personnel any problems that might adversely affect patient care.
• Utilizes effective LIS and equipment data management skills.

Physical Requirements

Long periods of sitting during analytical procedures. Long periods of standing during harvest procedures. Manual dexterity. Works in an area which contains biohazardous materials along with chemical fire and mechanical hazards. Each employee has the

responsibility to work in a safe manner. May be required to stoop reach and lift up to 50 pounds.

Education Experience and Certifications

Bachelors degree in any Life Science Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP or equivalent) and/or Technologist in Cytogenetics (ASCP or equivalent) required.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs competitive compensation generous retirement offerings programs that invest in your career development and so much more so you can live fully at and away from work including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications skills relevant experience and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift on call and more based on a teammates job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical dental vision life andShort- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program