Cytogenetics Technologist

Company: Detroit Medical Center
Location: Detroit
Posted on: January 12, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Detroit Medical Center is seeking a Cytogenetics Technologist for a job in Detroit, Michigan. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Cytogenetics Technologist - Discipline: Allied Health Professional - Duration: Ongoing - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours - Employment Type: Staff /n DMC University Laboratories (DMCUL) is a regional, integrated laboratory system providing services to the eight hospitals of Detroit Medical Center. DMC University Laboratories evolved in 1993 and is comprised of Core Laboratories, Specialty Laboratories, two rapid response hospital laboratories, Centralized Stat Lab, Centralized Blood Bank Lab, and full-service outreach infrastructure which includes patient service centers, remote ambulatory laboratories, marketing staff, courier system and billing department. The DMC University Laboratories service area covers the entire Southeast Michigan market, and is growing at a rapid pace with the following outstanding features: Test menu of over 1,000 tests, which includes high end specialty tests. Less than 1% of our tests are sent to outside reference laboratories. Provide reference laboratory services to many of the other healthcare systems in Southeastern Michigan and several out of state facilities. The Division of Laboratory Genetics consists of Molecular Pathology, Cytogenetics and HLA laboratories and performs a wide range of testing for both inherited diseases and cancer. Clients include DMC physicians, regional outreach clients, and the Karmanos Cancer Institute, an on-campus NCI-Designated Cancer Center. The Detroit Medical Center and Karmanos Cancer Institute are academic institutions affiliated with Wayne State University School of Medicine and have many training programs including residency and fellowship programs in Pathology and Hematology/Oncology along with a Genetic Counseling program. The candidate will be appointed as faculty of the Wayne State University Department of Pathology at an academic rank commensurate with experience. The candidate will be expected to participate in teaching of residents, fellows, and students. Summary Description • In conjunction with Division of Laboratory Genetics Medical Director, assumes responsibility for effective planning, organization, direction and coordination of technical operations of the Molecular Genetics and Cytogenetics Laboratories, including pre and post-analytical functions. • In conjunction with Administrative Director, assumes responsibility for controlling productivity, fiscal responsibility and quality of results of test performed under his/her direction. Reports on a variety of specialized diagnostic laboratory tests and procedures. • Works with Medical Director to develop and implement technical policies, systems and procedures for the Medical Genetics Laboratory. Provides recommendations and input to policies, procedures and systems for other DMC laboratory functions. Cooperates with Site Medical and Administrative Directors by providing technical assistance for diagnostic testing performed within the Molecular Genetics and Cytogenetics Diagnostic Laboratories. • Participates in development and structure of Molecular Genetics and Cytogenetics Diagnostic Laboratory technical objectives; assists in development of specific short-term and long-range plans and programs including supporting budget and cost information. • Establishes and monitors all technical methods, processes and procedures; in conjunction with Administrative Director, cooperates with Medical Director to direct and implement department work schedules, staffing schedules, preventative maintenance programs and personnel requirements for the Molecular Genetics and Cytogenetics Diagnostics Laboratories. • Ensures validity, accuracy and analyses of all tests performed within the Molecular Genetics and Cytogenetics Diagnostics Laboratories. • Determines and develops department standards for test procedures. Prescribes appropriate test methods and ensures strict adherence to quality control programs within the Molecular Genetics and Cytogenetics Diagnostics Laboratories. • Participates in proficiency surveys to evaluate the Molecular Genetics and Cytogenetics Diagnostics Laboratory's performance. • Conducts and directs continuing assessment of test procedures; conducts and directs examination of new techniques and methods in order to determine appropriate changes to improve quality, reduce costs and enhance efficiency. • Directs technical training programs as required for employees, new employees, medical technology students, medical students and/or residents. Conducts periodic reviews with appropriate personnel to determine progress of individuals. • Establishes and maintains technical records and reports as required; issues reports regarding quality and quantity of clinical test procedures and results to management. • Maintains liaison with physicians and support staff, such as genetic counselors, nurses, and nurse practitioners. Prepares and distributes reports regarding discrepancies from standard test procedures and results to physicians and medical directors as indicated. • Develops and maintains contacts with educational institutions, professional organizations, government agencies, etc. to keep abreast of changes, developments and regulations related to clinical test procedures for diagnosis of illness and disease. • Assists in performance of experimental testing procedures as necessary. Submits results to Medical Director with recommendations regarding changes in methods to improve validity and accuracy of tests. • Appraises performance of subordinates and contributes to their development in conjunction with Medical Director and Administrative Director. Ensures adherence to work rules and recommends changes in status as appropriate. • Participates in development of operating and capital equipment budget for the Molecular Genetics and Cytogenetics Diagnostics Laboratories. • In conjunction with Administrative Director, assumes responsibility for ensuring that the Molecular Genetics and Cytogenetics Laboratory operates within assigned budget. • Attends and participates in meetings of board and committees related to administration of the core laboratory as appropriate and assigned. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications 1. PhD in Life Science relevant to genetics, molecular biology, cancer biology, etc. 2. Previous experience in a clinical laboratory including administrative and managerial experience in technical activities to develop familiarity with laboratory technical activities and procedures involving Molecular Pathology or Cytogenetics is desirable 3. Board certification or Active Candidacy by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics, Clinical Cytogenetics and Genomics, or Clinical Molecular Genetics and Genomics is required. Skills Required 1. Experience with a variety of molecular genetics and cytogenetic methodologies including next-generation sequencing, RT-PCR, Sanger sequencing, microarray, FISH, karyotype, etc. 2. Knowledge of CLIA and CAP regulations. 3. Analytical ability to serve in an advisory/consultative role in determining and/or developing strategies, policies, processes, protocols and methods, frequently in the absence of guidelines or technical assistance, and to evaluate and direct complex systems that foster innovative approaches to procedures/processes. 4. Communication and interpersonal skills for frequent contact with internal customers as well as stakeholders external to the DMC to persuade or negotiate on a wide range of subjects in situations which may be controversial, sensitive and/or lead to confrontation. A mastery of a variety of communication modalities is required to include leading meetings, making formal presentations, and writing complex documents and managing complex relationships over time. 5. Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team-based environment. Project management skills including the ability to define program, project, or process objectives, identify stakeholders and their interests, plan steps, coordinate and allocate human, technological and fiscal resources to accomplish goals and objectives in a resourceful yet timely manner. 6. Leadership skills including demonstrated willingness to pursue leadership roles with increasing levels of accountability, comfort with decision-making responsibilities, coaching, teaching and counseling skills, and the ability to inspire and build confidence in others and to forge alliances and garner support. Job: Providers Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan Facility: DMC University Laboratories, Inc. Job Type: Full Time Shift Type: Day Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: /> The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Detroit Medical Center Job ID 4369-2205025001-43. Posted job title: Lab Director of Molecular Pathology and Cytogenetics About Detroit Medical Center The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is the leading academically–integrated hospital system in Metro Detroit, and one of the largest health care providers in Southeast Michigan. During our 150 years of caring for the community, we have been recognized nationally with top awards in many aspects of hospital operations and patient care. The DMC is able to achieve these awards because of our exceptional employees. The Detroit Medical Center is one the largest academic medical centers in the United States, with a long and rich history of medical education, for more than 100 years. We train more physicians than any other hospital in Detroit. Our evidence-based approach inspires confidence and spurs innovation. It ensures that we are making treatment decisions based on our experience, on the best available research and our understanding of each patient as an individual. Our commitment to our patients Our commitment to patient care and improving patient outcomes is part of everything we do. It’s our mission. It’s our promise to every patient and every family who entrusts their care to us. To meet the needs of our community, we operate 8 hospitals and more than 140 clinics and outpatient facilities across southeast Michigan, including a nationally recognized dedicated pediatric hospital (Children’s Hospital of Michigan) as well as a nationally recognized rehabilitation hospital (Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan). We offer an inclusive, diverse and supportive environment. Knowing that we are better together, our teams are highly collaborative and integrated to deliver the high quality and compassionate care our patients expect and deserve. Staff members have a voice in forming our culture; one that is often referred to as “my forever family” and “colleagues who have my back”. The DMC has a proud legacy of caring for the people and the families that call Metro Detroit home; they’re our neighbors, our friends, and our community. That’s why the DMC serves everyone in the community who needs us; no one gets turned away who comes to us for care. From local food drives to our long-standing commitment to educate and empower our community towards better health, you can count on the DMC. There’s a spirit of caring and togetherness that you will experience when you join the DMC family. We are a community build on care. At the DMC, we are committed to maintaining an environment of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this web site, please contact the DMC facility where the position is available, for further assistance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual disability. Employee Benefits At the DMC, health and well-being are important to us, so we provide a range of benefits and options to help meet the needs of all eligible employees. In addition to a range of healthcare plans, including higher and lower deductible options, we offer dental, vision and an employee assistance plan. Basic life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance are provided for free to eligible plan members. Employees can also choose to participate in one of several supplemental life insurance and/or disability plans, a legal services plan and an identity protection plan. For those employees who are looking for support to care for family members, we also offer child and elder care programs. To help employees prepare for retirement, we offer a 401K savings plan, and an employee discount plan that includes discounts for a wide variety of products, including auto and home insurance and mobile plans. Benefits - Medical benefits - Dental benefits - Vision benefits - Employee assistance programs - Life insurance - Discount program

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