Cytogenetics Technologist: Precision Diagnostics & Impact

Hartford HealthCare; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare’s Hartford Hospital laboratory seeks a Cytogenetics professional to perform, interpret, and correlate cytogenetic tests to assist physician diagnosis and treatment. The role requires problem-solving skills to resolve clinical and instrument issues within established protocols.

The candidate will work in a high-volume laboratory environment, ensuring safety compliance, ongoing education, and collaboration across departments to support patient care and hospital goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate science program from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 6 months to 1 year experience required
• Eligible for certification in cytogenetics

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory testing in an accurate and timely manner by following established protocols to assist in diagnosis and treatment.
• Interprets and correlates cytogenetic testing results with patient history, diagnosis, and clinical condition to explain test results.
• Maintains compliance with OSHA and regulatory requirements to ensure a safe lab environment and accreditation standards.
• Provides technical education and guidance to students and staff as needed.
• Collaborates with team members and other units to deliver quality service and continuous improvement.

Skills

Cytogenetics

Education

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate science program

Job description

Hartford HealthCare’s Hartford Hospital laboratory seeks a Cytogenetics professional to perform, interpret, and correlate cytogenetic tests to assist physician diagnosis and treatment. The role requires problem-solving skills to resolve clinical and instrument issues within established protocols.

The candidate will work in a high-volume laboratory environment, ensuring safety compliance, ongoing education, and collaboration across departments to support patient care and hospital goals.