Cytogen Technologist

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Description

Shift: 8:30am - 5pm, Monday - Friday

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 a certified Cytogenetic Technologist II who will support Emory Healthcare’s mission of clinical care, education, and research by demonstrating the core values of excellence, caring, and integrity. This individual:

• Under general supervision, performs cell culture and harvest, computer-assisted analysis of chromosomes for detection of abnormalities, and prepares karyotypes.
• Records pertinent laboratory data on the appropriate computer form to ensure accurate and complete documentation of laboratory findings.
• 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 interphases cells and reports results.
• Prepares reagents, stains, and media in accordance with laboratory protocol.
• Performs staining procedures for routine and specialized analysis.
• Performs other lab related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field AND completion of a NAACLS accredited cytogenetics program within the last 5 years
• OR bachelors degree AND one year relevant experience within last 3 years
• OR masters 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 previous experience in cytogenetics lab.
• Education Exception: Bachelors degree may be waived for a Cytogenetics Technologist who was hired prior to 1995 with documented training and experience according to CLIA Regulations.

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Additional Details

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ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.” 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (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 work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous 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 work tasks.