Cytogenetic Technologist II

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Berkley (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Education assistance

Job summary

A leading healthcare diagnostics provider in Berkley, MI seeks a Cytogenetic Technologist II to perform complex tests and analyses on specimens. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four years' experience in a clinical Cytogenetics laboratory, with strong skills in tissue culture and microscopic analysis. This full-time role offers best-in-class benefits, including vacation time and a 401(k) plan. Join a team dedicated to quality healthcare delivery while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years full-time experience in a clinical Cytogenetics laboratory.
• At least three years as a Cytogenetics Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform various complex cytogenetic tests accurately and efficiently.
• Document and maintain analysis records thoroughly.
• Train other laboratory personnel and develop new procedures.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Pattern recognition skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree or certificate from an accredited Cytogenetics training program

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Cytogenetic Technologist II - Royal Oak, MI

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Performs difficult/complex tests requiring independent judgment and responsibility in sub-specialties in which they are qualified by education, training, and experience.

Benefits

We offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Vacation and Health/Flex Time (part-time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week)
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off (if regularly scheduled to work 20+ hours per week)
• 401(k) pre‑tax and/or ROTH IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Annual, no‑cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
• and so much more!

Responsibilities

• If job assignment includes tissue culture: accurately and efficiently perform tissue culture of assigned specimen types, including culture initiation, maintenance, harvest, slide preparation and staining for microscopic analysis.
• If job assignment includes microscopic analysis: perform accurate microscopic/post‑microscopic analyses of assigned specimen types, including preparing karyotypes using established cytogenetic laboratory procedures.
• If job assignment includes molecular cytogenetics: accurately and efficiently perform FISH or array on assigned specimen types, including maintaining appropriate QC and maintenance records. Perform accurate analysis of FISH or array on assigned specimen types.
• If job assignment includes fluorescence in situ hybridization: accurately and efficiently process assigned specimen types, including slide preparation, pretreatment, hybridization, post wash, and counterstain for microscopic analysis using appropriate quality control standards. Perform accurate microscopic/post‑microscopic analyses of assigned specimen types meeting or exceeding established productivity and quality control standards.
• Responsible for the more difficult/complex laboratory testing activities and review of work of other technologists.
• Document and maintain tissue culture and/or microscopy analysis records completely and accurately.
• Document chromosome or FISH abnormalities using correct ISCN nomenclature and best assessment of breakpoints.
• Ensure accurate specimen processing/test results by strict adherence to testing methodology and quality standards.
• Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround time of results including STATS or critical results to clients.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• Assist in training of other laboratory personnel, students and fellows.
• Assist in developing/validating new procedures in order to improve quality, efficiency, or accuracy. Participate in research, development, and implementation of new testing methodologies/modifications.
• Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Required to use personal protective equipment, engineering controls and/or work practice controls as directed by management.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
• May be required, in the absence of a Supervisor, to assume lead responsibilities if qualified and delegated.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications

Required Work Experience: Minimum of four (4) years (3 years as a Cytogenetics Technologist) full‑time experience in a clinical Cytogenetics laboratory. A degree or certificate from an accredited Cytogenetics training program may be substituted for the year of experience.

Preferred Work Experience: N/A

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Lifting and carrying objects: 1 to 10 pounds frequently; 11 to 25 pounds occasionally; 36 to 50 pounds seldom; over 50 pounds not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Microscopic analysis requires extended periods sitting at a microscope.
• Tissue culture and wet lab areas require extended periods of standing, sitting at a biohazard hood, or pipetting.
• FISH requires the ability to stand or sit for long periods possibly in a small darkroom environment.
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.

Knowledge

• Comprehensive theoretical and operational knowledge of job assignment(s) in Cytogenetics.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

Skills

• Requires manual dexterity and excellent pattern recognition skills.
• Must be detail‑oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co‑workers and clients.
• Communication skills necessary to handle telephone inquiries from clients.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.