Cytogenetic Technologist I, Certified (Remote Chromosome Analysis)

ARUP Laboratories; Salt Lake City (UT); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Cytogenetic Technologist I, Certified (Remote Chromosome Analysis)

Job Category: Laboratory Scientist

Requisition Number: CYTOG020595

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• Posted : May 7, 2025
• Full-Time
• Remote
• Hourly Range : $31.78 USD to $47.67 USD
• Rate : $31.78 USD per hour

Locations

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ARUP Main
500 Chipeta Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108-1221, USA

Schedule: (40 hrs/wk)
Tuesday - Saturday
or
Monday - Friday with one evening shift.
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM +/- 2hrs, 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Department: Cytogenetics - 391

**Exact compensation will vary based on skills and experience.**

Primary Purpose

Provides technical and non-technical laboratory services in the Cytogenetics department. Performs routine and complex tests to provide physicians with rapid, accurate results. Works under the supervision of Technical Specialist, Lead, and/or Supervisor.

This position does not qualify for supervisory duties in NY testing areas.

Remote work location within the United States.

About ARUP

ARUP Laboratories is a national reference laboratory of the University of Utah's Department of Pathology, based in Salt Lake City, Utah. We value diversity, professional growth, and excellence, serving over one million patients monthly. Our mission is to provide exceptional laboratory services with a patient-centered approach.

Essential Functions

• Perform waived, moderate, and highly complex tests independently, following SOPs.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot laboratory instruments, and request service when needed.
• Maintain QC records and ensure compliance with accreditation standards.
• Understand specimen collection, handling, and recording procedures.
• Process, verify, and enter data accurately.
• Recognize and report abnormal or unexpected results.
• Participate in proficiency testing.
• Correlate lab data with clinical information to assess validity.
• Ensure timely and accurate patient results, recognizing critical values.
• Prioritize tests and resolve workflow issues.
• Investigate discrepancies and document resolutions.
• Respond to technical inquiries and train new staff and students.
• Maintain inventory and update SOPs.
• Manage workflow and review reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical and Other Requirements

• Ability to bend, reach, move between sites, and communicate frequently.
• Use PPE in a biohazard environment.
• Adhere to ARUP policies and procedures.
• Exertion up to 10 lbs occasionally; fine motor control required.
• Visual and color perception necessary.
• Engage in continuing education.

Qualifications

Skills, Behaviors, Motivations

Details not specified.

Education

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences or related field.

Experience

Required

Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological, genetics, or related field; clinical laboratory science or medical technology; CG(ASCP) certification.

Preferred

Five years of chromosome analysis experience recommended.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Technologist Cytogenetics certification.

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