Cytogenetic Technologist Trainee

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What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development
• Tuition Assistance
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

Work Hours: Full Time / Day Shift: 8:30am-5pm Monday-Friday

Work Location: Saint Petersburg, FL- Esoteric Lab

Position Summary:

• The Laboratory Cytogenetic Technologist Trainee trains in learning and performing human chromosome analysis on all tissue types under direct supervision of a technologist using established procedures in the Cytogenetics Section of the Dept. of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine with the goal of obtaining Cytogenetics Licensure.
• Performs chromosome and FISH analyses of patient specimens under the direction of Cytogenetic Technologists
• Performs bench work (processing, culture, slide preparation, etc.) for chromosome and FISH analysis under the supervision of Cytogenetic Technologists
• Performs, documents, and monitors quality control measures in assigned section(s)
• Operates and maintains laboratory instruments
• Assists with providing correct information on specimen requirements to clinical staff, and directs results and decision-making inquiries to the Supervisor or Director

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory, chemical or biological science
• Trainee License from the State of Florida required prior to start date

Experience:

• Ability to understand and communicate effectively when interacting with patients with age-specific and unique needs
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity necessary to prepare specimens and perform clinical and microscopic analyses

Important Notices:

***Effective January 1st 2022, you must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of your vaccination status as part of your occupational health screening. Exceptions to the COVID-19 vaccination requirement may be granted to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons by following the proper protocols. Effective 6/1/23, employees at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, its affiliate locations and Florida State Residents are not required to obtain the COVID-19 vaccine. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Johns Hopkins Health System remains committed to providing the highest quality care for our patients and our communities. We encourage you to explore our current opportunities.

***Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

Salary Range: Minimum 17.44 per hour - Maximum 27.90 per hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

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