IRP - Cytogenetic Technologist

Company: Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Location: Columbus
Posted on: May 16, 2025

Job Description:

Scope of Position: The Cytogenetics Laboratory provides Fluorescent in situ Hybridization (FISH) and Chromosome analysis on inpatient and outpatient specimens received from the OSUWMC and other local and state hospitals and physicians. The CAP, TJC and CLIA certified Cytogenetic laboratory is recognized as one of the top academic centers performing highly complex testing utilizing advanced technology. It supports outreach testing programs, and educational rotations for medical students, residents, fellows, and faculty from internal and external institutions.Position Summary: The IRP Cytogenetic Technologist examines blood, bone marrow and solid tumor specimens from cancer patients for chromosomal changes using high resolution microscopes and a digital imaging system. The IRP Cytogenetic Technologist is responsible for complete chromosomal analysis and/or FISH analysis in addition to processing, clerical, and other general laboratory duties related to specimen processing. They work under the direction and supervision of the Lab Manager and Technical Directors.Minimum QualificationsFor Hire: Bachelor's degree in a certified Cytogenetics program or bachelors degree in a biological science, CG (ASCP) certification within two years of hire.or bachelors degree in Medical Laboratory Science, MLS (ASCP) certification within one year of hirePost-degree experience in a Cytogenetics lab setting and experience in cancer cytogenetic analysis preferred.FUNCTIONClinicalSUB-FUNCTIONCytogeneticsINTERNAL RESOURCE POOLIndividual Contributor - ClinicalCAREER LEVELC2

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