Cytogenetic Technologist

Description

Prepares biological specimens for cell culture with subsequent microscopic analysis for cytogenetic studies including chromosome analyses for prenatal diagnosis, congenital birth defects, fertility problems and hematological disorders. Duties include culturing and harvesting procedures, slide preparation, microscopy, photomicroscopy, computer image analysis, karyotyping and result reporting. Under FLSA, incumbents in this position are nonexempt.