Lead Cytogenetics Technologist — Drive Lab Excellence

Hartford HealthCare; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare seeks a Lead Technologist for Cytogenetics in Hartford, CT. The role oversees technical staff, optimizes workflows, and ensures timely results.

Requires 5+ years in the field and ASCP certification, with a strong leadership background to manage scheduling and production targets. Location at 80 Seymour Street, part of Hartford Hospital, offering opportunities within Connecticut’s premier health network.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a medical laboratory technology program or military equivalent (50 weeks).
• Bachelor's degree with NAACLS-accredited laboratory program.
• Two years' experience as a technologist with leadership skills and ASCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day direction to technical staff to achieve optimum workflow with minimum errors.
• Create department/bench schedules and ensure effective staffing utilization.
• Monitor turn-around-time and prioritize work assignments to meet deadlines.
• Serve as department point person when supervisor is unavailable.

Skills

Leadership

Laboratory operations

Turnaround time management

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor's degree with NAACLS accredited program

Military Medical Laboratory Specialist training (50 weeks)

Job description

Hartford HealthCare seeks a Lead Technologist for Cytogenetics in Hartford, CT. The role oversees technical staff, optimizes workflows, and ensures timely results.

Requires 5+ years in the field and ASCP certification, with a strong leadership background to manage scheduling and production targets. Location at 80 Seymour Street, part of Hartford Hospital, offering opportunities within Connecticut’s premier health network.