Cytogen Technologist

Job Title

Cytogen Technologist II – Emory Healthcare

Emory Medical Laboratory’s mission is to transform health and healing by providing high‑quality, cost‑effective, innovative laboratory services which enhance patient health. We’re seeking an experienced Cytogen Technologist II to join our dynamic team.

8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M., Monday – Friday

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day one
• Student loan repayment assistance & reimbursement programs
• Family‑focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs
• And more!

• Under general supervision performs cell culture and harvest, computer‑assisted analysis of chromosomes for detection of abnormalities, and prepares karyotypes.
• Adheres to laboratory policies for safety, conduct and performance. Performs other lab‑related duties as required.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.
• Assists in maintaining an adequate stock of commonly used supplies.
• Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development.
• Attends educational in‑services as appropriate.
• Records pertinent laboratory data on the appropriate computer form to ensure accurate and complete documentation of laboratory findings.
• Follows biosafety precautions for the handling of fresh body fluids.
• Follows principles of sterile technique in carrying out daily responsibilities, including the proper cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces, equipment, and instruments.
• Initiates, maintains, and harvests cell cultures of human tissue for genetic testing.
• Selects and analyzes banded metaphase spreads using the automated capture system or under the microscope for numerical and structural abnormalities.
• Analyzes FISH interphase cells and reports results.
• Complies with quality control policies and procedures to ensure that all aspects of laboratory operation are performed in accordance with accepted standards and applicable laws for clinical laboratories.
• Prepares reagents, stains and media in accordance with laboratory protocol.
• Performs staining procedures for routine and specialized analysis.

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field AND completion of an NAACLS accredited cytogenetics program within the last 5 years
• OR bachelor’s degree AND one year relevant experience within the last 3 years
• OR master’s degree in genetics or molecular biology AND 9 months relevant work experience within the last 3 years
• Certified as a Cytogenetic Technologist by the ASCP and one year experience OR 5 years prior experience in a cytogenetics lab
• Education exception:
  Bachelor’s degree may be waived for a Cytogenetics Technologist hired prior to 1995 with documented training and experience according to CLIA regulations.

Medium: 20‑50 lbs; 0‑33 % of the work day (occasionally); 11‑25 lbs, 34‑66 % of the work day (frequently); 1‑10 lbs, 67‑100 % of the work day (constantly);
Lifting 50 lbs max;
Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs;
Occasional to frequent standing & walking, occasional sitting, close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing). Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks.

Blood‑borne pathogen exposure, biocontainment waste, chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, floor surfaces, hot/cold temperatures, indoor/outdoor conditions, latex, lighting, patient care/handling injuries, radiation, shift work, travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators. Environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks.

Emory is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources  week's advance notice is preferred.

Senior level:
Mid‑Senior.

Employment type:

Full‑time.

Location:

Atlanta, GA.