Cytogenetic Lab Technologist – Day Shift, Full-Time

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Cytogenetic Laboratory Technician for the Southlake Campus, days, full-time. The role involves performing professional, clinical and technical duties in the cytogenetics laboratory, handling specimen processing, and ensuring accurate reporting within LIS/HIS systems.

You will work with G-banding, FISH studies, and quality control while maintaining compliance with CLIA and CAP standards in a high-volume clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Must qualify as high complexity testing personnel as defined by CLIA 88 regulations.
• Minimum of 60 semester hours of college with 24 science hours including 6 chemistry and 6 biology, plus 12 hours of chemistry, biology, math or laboratory science in any combination.
• Bachelor's degree in biological science, healthcare or related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional, clinical and technical competencies in the cytogenetic laboratory.
• Enter charges and patient orders, and receive specimens in LIS; register specimens in HIS as needed.
• Order supplies and maintain inventory to ensure uninterrupted workflow.
• Prepare slides with quality metaphases and perform G-banding/staining methods, and process specimens for FISH studies.
• Maintain quality documentation and participate in CAP readiness and regulatory compliance.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Graduate

Biological science, healthcare or related field

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Cytogenetic Laboratory Technician for the Southlake Campus, days, full-time. The role involves performing professional, clinical and technical duties in the cytogenetics laboratory, handling specimen processing, and ensuring accurate reporting within LIS/HIS systems.

You will work with G-banding, FISH studies, and quality control while maintaining compliance with CLIA and CAP standards in a high-volume clinical setting.