| Cytogenetic Technologist Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for Cytogenetic Technologist. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Cytogenetic Technologist along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Cytogenetic Technologist is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Mammography Technologist, PET Technologist, Control & Instrument Technologist, Interventional Radiological Technologist, Chief Ultrasound Technologist, Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Chief Radiologic Technologist, Chief MRI Technologist, Medical Technologist (ASCP) |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For Cytogenetic Technologist |
| Collects and prepares biological specimens for cytogenetic analyses from various human tissues, such as blood, bone marrow, amniotic fluid, and/or solid tissue. Examines and analyzes chromosomes to aid in the study, diagnosis, or treatment of genetic diseases. Responsible for harvesting cells, image analysis, and reporting results. Requires a bachelor's degree. Requires certification as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist. May require a Technologist in Cytogenetics CG(ASCP) certification. Typically reports to a manager. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. |
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| Also referred to as: Clinical Cytogenetic Technologist, Genetic/Molecular Technologist |
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| Similar Jobs: Mammography Technologist, PET Technologist, Control & Instrument Technologist, Interventional Radiological Technologist, Chief Ultrasound Technologist, Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Chief Radiologic Technologist, Chief MRI Technologist, Medical Technologist (ASCP) |
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| Level of Education: Cytogenetic Technologist Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Cytogenetic Technologist Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Cytogenetic Technologist Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Biotechnology, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Healthcare | |
