Med Lab Technologist Cytogenetics

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Cytogenetic Technologist to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing advanced cytogenetic analyses, preparing and interpreting results, and utilizing specialized software. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and hold necessary certifications, demonstrating a strong background in clinical laboratory science. With a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to work/life balance, this opportunity offers a chance to grow in a supportive environment while contributing to groundbreaking work in medical genetics and genomics.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on restaurants and services

Optional identity theft protection

Retirement options with contributions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• Certification as MT, MLS, or AMT required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex cytogenetic analyses and interpret results.
• Initiate and implement additional assays as needed.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Manual Laboratory Techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

Bachelor's Degree in Biology

Certification as Medical Technologist (MT)

Certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist

Certification as Cytogenetic Technologist (CG)

Tools

Specialized Software

Job description

About the unit

Cytogenetics

Scope of Work

Performs highly complex cytogenetic which can only be mastered through years of experience in each field. Prepares, analyzes and interprets results utilizing specialized software when necessary. Initiates, develops and implements additional assays. Utilizes strong analytical and problem solving skills as well as exceptional manual laboratory techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, or related field.
• Medical Technologist, Certified (MT) - P American Society for Clinical Pathology Upon Hire required Or
• Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Upon Hire required Or
• American Medical Technologist, Certified (AMT) - American Medical Technologists Upon Hire required
• While previous experience as a cytogenetic technologist with ASCP certification in Cytogenetics (if certification eligible, certification must be obtained within two years of date of hire) is desired, other candidates with clinical laboratory experience and a strong interest in medical genetics and genomics will be considered - preferred
• CRT-Cytogenetic Technologist (CG) - ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology) - within 1 year- required

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How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion - 145 Michigan St - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Lab - Cytogenetics - GR

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends