Prenatal Cytogenetics Technologist - Cell Culture

NewYork-Presbyterian; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital in New York, NY seeks a NYS-licensed Cytogenetics Technologist for constitutional and prenatal testing. The role focuses on culture, karyotyping, and molecular cytogenetics using amniotic fluid, CVS, POC, and blood samples.

The position requires meticulous aseptic technique, ASCP certification, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team with strict turnaround times. On-site days, 9:00am–5:00pm with rotating weekends may apply.

Qualifications

• ASCP certification required for Cytogenetics technologist.
• Experience handling prenatal specimens with aseptic technique.
• Knowledge of ISCN guidelines for constitutional anomalies.
• Strong teamwork and communication in a high-volume lab.

Responsibilities

• Process constitutional and prenatal specimens with accuracy.
• Set up and harvest tissue cultures using sterile technique.
• Prepare slides and perform G-banding for chromosomes.
• Analyze metaphase spreads with microscopy and imaging.
• Ensure timely, compliant workflows under CLIA/CAP/OSHA.

Skills

ASCP certification

Prenatal specimen handling

ISCN guidelines knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license

Tools

Automated karyotyping systems

FISH imaging systems

Job description

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital in New York, NY seeks a NYS-licensed Cytogenetics Technologist for constitutional and prenatal testing. The role focuses on culture, karyotyping, and molecular cytogenetics using amniotic fluid, CVS, POC, and blood samples.

The position requires meticulous aseptic technique, ASCP certification, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team with strict turnaround times. On-site days, 9:00am–5:00pm with rotating weekends may apply.