Prenatal Cytogenetics Lab Technologist (Day Shift)

NewYork-Presbyterian; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Cytogenetics Technologist to perform constitutional and prenatal testing, including culture, karyotyping, and molecular cytogenetics.

You will join a team handling amniotic fluid, CVS, POC, and blood specimens, with emphasis on aseptic technique and timely results in a high-volume setting. NYS licensure and ASCP are preferred for this critical role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or health science.
• Awareness of NYSDOH/CLIA/CAP/OSHA compliance.
• ASCP certification preferred for cytogenetics work.

Responsibilities

• Specimen processing: receipt, verification, accessioning and prep of constitutional/prenatal samples.
• Cell culture: maintain and harvest short/long-term cultures with sterile technique.
• Slide prep and staining: prepare slides and G-banding for constitutional samples.
• Microscopic analysis: karyotyping using manual and digital imaging.
• Team communication: participate in meetings, handovers and troubleshooting.
• Collaborative case management: hand off and expedite time-sensitive prenatal cases.
• Quality control & compliance: instrument calibration and adherence to regulations.

Skills

ASCP certification

NYS CLT license

Prenatal cytogenetics

FISH proficiency

ISCN guidelines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

Job description

NewYork-Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Cytogenetics Technologist to perform constitutional and prenatal testing, including culture, karyotyping, and molecular cytogenetics.

You will join a team handling amniotic fluid, CVS, POC, and blood specimens, with emphasis on aseptic technique and timely results in a high-volume setting. NYS licensure and ASCP are preferred for this critical role.