How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
Work Shift
Laboratory specialist that prepares, examines, and analyze chromosomes found in biological specimens like blood, amniotic fluids, and bone marrow. This high complexity testing is done in order to diagnose and treat genetic diseases such as congenital birth defects, fertility problems and hematological disorders.
Specimen processing. Setup and maintenance of short and long term cell cultures. Notify appropriate individuals of/document any unsatisfactory specimens.
Harvest cell cultures. Prepare slides for chromosome analysis, karyotype and fluorescence in site hybridization (FISH) analysis using GTG, NOR, C-banding, and DAPI staining techniques.
Perform accurate microscopic counts, karyotypes and analysis of banded chromosomes and FISH signal counts and analysis for neoplastic and non-neoplastic cases. Correctly operate and maintain bright field, inverted, and fluorescent microscopes.
Operates and maintains lab equipment. Documents quality control as needed preparing and maintaining regulatory requirements for CAP, CLIA, JOC, and GDCH. Prepares chemicals. Maintains par levels of chemicals and laboratory supplies.
Exhibits competency with Cerner job functions, accurately accessioning orders, and maintains patient records.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Bachelors Biology or Bachelors Chemistry or Bachelors Other-Preferred
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
MT(ASCP) - Medical Technologist or CT(ASCP) - Cytotechnologist - ASCP or HT(ASCP) - Histotechnician or MLT(ASCP) - Medical Laboratory Technician or MLS(ASCP) - Medical Laboratory Scientist or CG - Certified Technologist in Cytogenics or HTL - Histotechnologist
Required Minimum Skills:
Attention to detail, multi-tasking, works well with others High
Organized, effective communicator, adaptable. Low
Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
At Wellstar Health System, our mission is to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care, inclusive culture and world-class doctors and caregivers, Wellstar is one of the largest, most integrated healthcare systems in Georgia.
Our specialists and primary care providers work in a multidisciplinary environment with nearly 30,000 diverse team members throughout our hospitals, health parks and medical offices. Communities can also access our outpatient centers, a pediatric center, nursing centers, and hospice and home care services. We’re proud to be home to the second-largest Emergency Department in the country, as well as being the only system in Georgia operating multiple trauma centers.
We’re also known for our exceptional work culture, featured on the Great Places to Work®, Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and the Seramount Best Company for Multicultural Women® lists. We continue to attract the best and the brightest in healthcare.
At a time when our industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding expectations from our patients and team members, while transforming healthcare delivery. We stand behind our values to serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice.
