Join BayCare as a Cytogenetic Technologist II

📍 Location: Outreach Lab Waters – Tampa, FL
🕒 Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📅 Schedule: Full-Time | Occasional Weekends | No On-Call
📄 Status: Non-Exempt

About BayCare

BayCare is a leading not-for-profit health system recognized for delivering exceptional care through innovation and compassion. Our network includes 16 hospitals, outpatient centers, and thousands of providers — all powered by 30,000+ dedicated team members.

We foster a culture of growth and support, blending advanced technology with a people-first approach. At BayCare, you’ll thrive in an environment that’s shaping the future of health care.

Role Overview

As a Cytogenetic Technologist II, you’ll perform advanced cytogenetics processing, analysis, and reporting to provide critical diagnostic insights that support superior patient care. We are seeking a seasoned technologist with strong skills in chromosome identification, who can also mentor junior technologists while ensuring quality and compliance with lab standards.

Key Responsibilities

Perform cytogenetics processing: sample set-up, harvesting, dropping, banding, FISH slide prep, probing, and scanning

Analyze slides (FISH and chromosome), image, and complete karyotyping

Summarize test results, write karyotypes/FISH nomenclature, and prepare case reports for review

Review test requisitions for case analysis and culture setup

Identify normal vs. abnormal test results; troubleshoot/improve procedures as needed

Independently complete lab tasks and projects, including new technology development

Mentor and support Cytogenetic Technologist I staff to ensure standards are met

Maintain quality control records

Qualifications

🧪 Certification & Licensure

Required: ASCP in Cytogenetics (CG)

Required: Florida Clinical Cytogenetics License

🎓 Education

Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences or related field

📊 Experience

Required: 4 years of clinical cytogenetics experience in a CLIA-certified lab

Highly Preferred: Proficiency in chromosome identification, FISH analysis, ISCN, and case review

Total Rewards & Benefits

BayCare offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Match + Annual Contributions

Annual Performance Appraisals

Wellness resources & family support

Community discounts & perks

Ready to Make a Difference?

Be part of a collaborative team that’s advancing the future of laboratory medicine.
Apply today and bring your cytogenetics expertise to BayCare!

BayCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.