Cytogenetics Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Conduct chromosome analysis, which includes imaging and karyotyping of cytogenetic samples.

• Examine chromosomes for numerical count, structural abnormalities, and morphology using computer-acquired metaphase images in accordance with SOPs.

• Compile preliminary reports for the director's interpretation by organizing chromosome pairs in the correct numerical order.

• Input analysis data into computer systems for the director's review.

• Verify karyotypes following departmental and group protocols before being reviewed by the director.

• Ensure chromosomes are accurately positioned and oriented.

• Confirm patient demographic details.

• Validate that karyotypes correspond with written diagnoses.

• Ensure karyotypes are suitable for the director's review based on the ordered tests and results.

• Transfer electronic images to and from remote satellite reading laboratories for analysis.

• Conduct routine maintenance on laboratory and computer equipment in the assigned area.

• Engage in proficiency testing and maintain records indicating that samples are tested similarly to patient samples.

• Attend mandatory meetings and represent the laboratory in a professional manner.

• Participate in necessary continuing education activities.

• Adhere to company policies and procedures.

• Execute other duties as needed to fulfill departmental and company requirements.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a Cytogenetics clinical laboratory.

• At least 1 year of experience in karyotyping.

• One or more years of experience conducting constitutional cytogenetics analysis.

• Prior experience with cytogenetic analysis of metaphase spreads using computerized images.

• Proficient computer skills, including effective use of the Internet, email, text messaging, chat applications, and Microsoft Office.

• Strong communication skills (oral, written, presentation), active listening abilities, and capability to provide constructive feedback.

• A strong focus on patient care.

• Capability to manage time, conflicting priorities, stress, and professional development.

• Self-driven and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Must be able to pass a standardized color blindness test.

• Dedicated home office space compliant with HIPAA regulations.

• Consent to have home address included in reports for analyzed or reported cases, as mandated by CMS.

• Wired or wireless internet connection with a minimum speed of 100 mb/sec.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment while managing competing priorities and demands.

• Preferred: At least 1 year of experience in prenatal analysis.

• Preferred: At least 1 year of experience using Applied Spectral Imaging (ASI) software.

• Preferred: ASCP certification in Cytogenetics (ASCP CG).

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Short-term disability (STD).

• Long-term disability (LTD).

• 401(k) Plan.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO).

• Tuition Reimbursement.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.