Medical Technologist Cytogenetics- Remote | Dept of Pathology | Day | PRN

Overview
This Cytogenetics licensed Medical Technologist will perform specialized testing in the area of Cytogenetics in a CAP accredited laboratory. This remote PRN position will assist with chromosomal and FISH analysis, and their interpretation. . The clinical assessment of human genetic disease in this laboratory involves the use of the most current and approved cytogenetic testing methodologies (e.g., karyotyping, FISH, and microarray testing) to address a variety of clinical needs (e.g., cancer, congenital, and prenatal assessments).
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Licensed or temporarily licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in one of the specialty areas to which the position is allocated and for which the laboratory is licensed under Chapter 483, Florida Statutes.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological; OR Associate degree in chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory or equivalent education and training (refer to 42CFR (b) for details on required courses and training);
AND
Licensed as a Cytogenetic Technologist for which the laboratory is licensed under Chapter 483, Florida Statutes
AND
Two years of appropriate clinical Cytogenetics experience.
Good communication and writing skills. Effective people skills and problem solving. Familiarity with state, federal, and accrediting agencies rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to clinical laboratory testing. Effective computer skills, various laboratory equipment knowledge, and data management skills
Other requirements of the position: These are essential to the satisfactory performance of the functions of the position, machines and equipment used regularly by the position, or other characteristics, which have not otherwise been described in the position description.

• Identifying color and seeing difference in color and grayscale, including shades and brightness, is essential.

Technologists regularly perform the listed activities:

• Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) and array comparative genome hybridization (aCGH): These techniques utilize fluorescent signals or probes to identify specific regions of chromosomes, and proper visual acuity is needed to analyze the results.
• Working in this field requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time while maintaining continuous attention to detail.

If remote tech visits on site:

• Wet bench work: Several processes require precision and careful attention to detail.
• Manual dexterity for proper instrument use and precision is necessary with all areas, including the following (but not limited to):
  • Fluorescence microscopes, Laminar-flow hoods (biosafety cabinets), Incubators, Centrifuges, Computer imaging systems, Cell-sorting instrumentation, Automated slide preparation