Cytogenetics Technologist

The John Hopkins Health System; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned pediatric research and teaching hospital dedicated to high-quality care and innovative medical practices. This role as a laboratory cytogenetic technologist offers a unique opportunity to engage in human chromosome analysis across various tissue types. You'll be part of a diverse and collaborative environment that prioritizes career growth, development, and employee well-being. With a commitment to quality and attention to detail, your contributions will directly impact patient care and laboratory excellence. If you're passionate about advancing pediatric medicine and thrive in a supportive atmosphere, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Career growth and development

Tuition Assistance

Diverse working environment

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with science coursework and Cytogenetics training or experience.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Perform human chromosome analysis using established procedures.
• Provide recommendations for improvement in laboratory processes.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Meet Deadlines

Knowledge of Computers and Instruments

FISH Experience

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Board-approved training program in Cytogenetics

Tools

Automated Instruments

Mechanical Apparatus

Job description

As a research and teaching hospital, we offer the best in pediatric medicine. Our network features over 590+ physicians and specialists providing high quality care in more than 50 pediatric medical and surgical sub-specialties.

What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development
• Tuition Assistance
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

Work Hours: Full Time/Day Shift: 8:30am-5pm with one Saturday every 5-6 weeks.

Work Location: Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, Saint Petersburg, FL - Esoteric Lab

Position Summary:

• The laboratory cytogenetic technologist performs all aspects of human chromosome analysis in all tissue types with expertise, using established procedures in the Cytogenetics section of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.
• Provides recommendations to leadership about opportunities for improvement.
• Demonstrates high attention to detail and can be relied upon for dependable and consistent work output.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree with at least 30 hours in science
• Board-approved training program in Cytogenetics at the Technologist level OR 1 year clinical laboratory experience in Cytogenetics

Experience:

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Knowledge and ability to use computers, automated instruments, and mechanical apparatus
• Experience with FISH, including FFPE, and chromosome analysis of oncology samples preferred

Certification/Licensing:

• American Society of Clinical Pathology, Cytogenetics CG (ASCP) AND State of Florida Clinical Laboratory Technologist License in Cytogenetics

Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

Salary Range: Minimum $27.44 per hour - Maximum $43.91 per hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

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