Atrium Health
Cytogenetic Technologist, Laboratory, Winston Campus
Atrium Health, Ardmore, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Under limited supervision, demonstrate independent judgment in the preparation of biological specimens for cytogenetic analyses, perform analyses, and prepare and describe karyotypes. Communicate results to the laboratory director, physicians and other technologists. Position Highlights
Department:
Cytogenetics Location:
Laboratory Shift Schedule:
Full-Time; Typical 8a-5p. Will work/be on call rotating Saturdays (7-8 per year) and work rotating weekends. What We Offer
Day 1 Health Coverage:
Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work. Generous PTO:
Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters. Wellness Incentives:
Up to $1,350/year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program. Parental Benefits:
Six weeks paid birthing-mother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave for non-birthing parents. Retirement:
Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions. How You\'ll Impact Patient Care
Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Perform both routine and complex non-waived high complexity laboratory tests in the Medical Genetics labs of the Department of Pathology. Supply physicians with rapid and accurate laboratory test results. Provide services of both a technical and non-technical nature in the laboratory areas. Initiate and maintain short/long term cell cultures, harvest specimens, and perform various banding/staining methods; experience with chromosome, FISH, and microarray samples for constitutional and neoplastic specimens is a plus. Ability to recognize human chromosome banding patterns using visual acuity and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail providing analysis using ISCN standards. Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques as required. Microscopically analyze, karyotype, print and summarize analyses on amniotic fluid, chorionic villi, blood, bone marrow, solid tumor, and various other tissue specimens using Applied Spectral Imaging software. Confirm and verify results through an in-depth knowledge of instruments, principles, and techniques. Perform and document quality assurance, quality control, and equipment maintenance; recognizing problems, identifying causes, and determining solutions. Communicate results to laboratory directors, physicians and other technicians. Data handling and input, answering phones and customer requests, and perform other related duties incidental to work described herein. Education/Experience/Certifications to Qualify
Bachelor of Science degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science, or equivalent. ASCP certified Technologist in Cytogenetics – CG(ASCP). Where You Will Work
Working in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a rewarding and dynamic experience. Our Commitment to You
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate\'s job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program
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Under limited supervision, demonstrate independent judgment in the preparation of biological specimens for cytogenetic analyses, perform analyses, and prepare and describe karyotypes. Communicate results to the laboratory director, physicians and other technologists. Position Highlights
Department:
Cytogenetics Location:
Laboratory Shift Schedule:
Full-Time; Typical 8a-5p. Will work/be on call rotating Saturdays (7-8 per year) and work rotating weekends. What We Offer
Day 1 Health Coverage:
Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work. Generous PTO:
Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters. Wellness Incentives:
Up to $1,350/year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program. Parental Benefits:
Six weeks paid birthing-mother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave for non-birthing parents. Retirement:
Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions. How You\'ll Impact Patient Care
Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Perform both routine and complex non-waived high complexity laboratory tests in the Medical Genetics labs of the Department of Pathology. Supply physicians with rapid and accurate laboratory test results. Provide services of both a technical and non-technical nature in the laboratory areas. Initiate and maintain short/long term cell cultures, harvest specimens, and perform various banding/staining methods; experience with chromosome, FISH, and microarray samples for constitutional and neoplastic specimens is a plus. Ability to recognize human chromosome banding patterns using visual acuity and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail providing analysis using ISCN standards. Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques as required. Microscopically analyze, karyotype, print and summarize analyses on amniotic fluid, chorionic villi, blood, bone marrow, solid tumor, and various other tissue specimens using Applied Spectral Imaging software. Confirm and verify results through an in-depth knowledge of instruments, principles, and techniques. Perform and document quality assurance, quality control, and equipment maintenance; recognizing problems, identifying causes, and determining solutions. Communicate results to laboratory directors, physicians and other technicians. Data handling and input, answering phones and customer requests, and perform other related duties incidental to work described herein. Education/Experience/Certifications to Qualify
Bachelor of Science degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science, or equivalent. ASCP certified Technologist in Cytogenetics – CG(ASCP). Where You Will Work
Working in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a rewarding and dynamic experience. Our Commitment to You
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate\'s job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program
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