Full-time, 40 hr/wk - 15 months
Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital is a premiere clinical and academic health system, providing expert pediatric care for infants, children and teens with some of the most challenging medical problems. Ranked in multiple specialties by U.S. News & World Report, we provide access to innovative treatments and therapies. With more than half of the 259 beds in our teaching hospital devoted to intensive care level services, we are the regional pediatric referral center for Florida's west coast. Physicians and community hospitals count on us to care for critically ill patients and perform complex surgical procedures.
What Awaits You?
- Career growth and development
- Tuition Assistance
- Diverse and collaborative working environment
- Affordable and comprehensive benefits package
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.
Key Accountabilities
- 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
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory, chemical or biological science
- Trainee License from the State of Florida required prior to start date
- 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
Salary Range
Minimum 19.02/hour - Maximum 30.44/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.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug‑free workplace employers.
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Cytogenetic Technologist Trainee employer: Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital is an outstanding employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises exceptional patient care and teamwork. Employees benefit from comprehensive training and growth opportunities in a state-of-the-art facility located in sunny Florida, making it an ideal place for those passionate about paediatric critical care to thrive both personally and professionally.
Contact Details:
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Recruitment Team
