Cytogenetic Technologist: Precision Karyotyping & Analysis

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh maintains a cytogenetics lab that independently cultures and analyzes specimens to inform diagnosis and treatment of genetic diseases.

The role focuses on cell analysis, karyotyping, slide preparation, quality control, and collaboration with clinicians. Bachelor-level ASCP-eligible education and cytogenetics experience are required; tissue culture and FISH experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in ASCP eligible program.
• Experience in Cytogenetics.
• Preferred: experience in tissue culture, FISH, and analysis of all tissue types.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes the appropriate number of cells by meticulously scanning slides and evaluating chromosome spreads.
• Harvests cells and prepares slides, staining and monitoring quality.
• Captures and karyotypes cells on metaphase finder computer.
• Performs quality control on reagents and chemical lots.
• Arranges transport of specimens, reviews paperwork, contacts physicians and completes billing.
• Keeps up with cytogenetic principles and new developments via journals and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Cytogenetics experience

Tissue culture

FISH

All tissue types analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in ASCP eligible program

Job description

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh maintains a cytogenetics lab that independently cultures and analyzes specimens to inform diagnosis and treatment of genetic diseases.

The role focuses on cell analysis, karyotyping, slide preparation, quality control, and collaboration with clinicians. Bachelor-level ASCP-eligible education and cytogenetics experience are required; tissue culture and FISH experience are preferred.