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Cytogenetic Technologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because the position typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a life science field. Employers at academic medical centers, reference labs, and children's hospitals regularly file H-1B petitions for this title. The 85,000-slot annual cap and lottery registration window each April make timing your job search critical.
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UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health - Orange, UCI Health - Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties.
As Orange County’s only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region’s only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.
Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager, incumbents will independently perform a wide variety of technical procedures in Clinical Cytogenetics and Genomics section of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory medicine. Other responsibilities include method development-modification-parallel testing, repair of laboratory instruments, sample processing, reagent preparation, data entry. On a daily basis, incumbents will assess overall workload for any area that needs help. All Clinical Cytogenetics Laboratory Scientists may process specimens, perform waived and non-waived testing without direct and constant supervision, and report results without supervisor or director review for the tests that are within their scope of licensure and for which they have been trained and deemed competent.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Thorough knowledge of all relevant sub-specialty area industry, health and safety, federal, and state regulations.
- Skill and ability to perform mathematical calculations to include: adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals with and without a calculator to derive results.
- Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties.
- Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job.
- Must be willing to testify in court regarding testing activities if subpoenaed.
- Must be able to differentiate variations in color.
- Exhibits interpersonal skills to independently convey information with authority, handle highly sensitive matters and interact with high level contacts from other organizations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrates knowledge of laboratory concepts, new methodologies and advances in the field of specimen processing, automation, and procedures. Ability to apply principles in a clinical laboratory setting.
- Current California state Cytogenetics CLS License.
- Bachelors' degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least 10 years of laboratory experience in both karyotype and FISH study of cancer samples.
- Ability to use laboratory's application programs. Skill and ability to perform data checks using queries, visual review and other appropriate means to verify data accuracy.
- Ability to respond clearly, concisely, and cooperatively to questions from other technologists, unlicensed staff, or supervisory staff regarding how procedures/duties were or should be performed, validity of test results, etc.
- Ability to organize assignments and laboratory operations in an efficient and effective manner. Highly developed personal organizational skills. Knowledge of quality assurance methods and ability to apply principles to design quality systems.
- Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload.
- Ability to evaluate issues and identify solutions within defined procedures and policies. Demonstrated ability to solve problems and suggest solutions through critical thinking process.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms.
- Knowledge of Clinical Laboratory, medical center, HR and UC policies and processes.
TOTAL REWARDS
We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan
- Employment Misconduct*
- Legal Right to Work in the United States
- Vaccination Policies
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy
- Drug Free Environment
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
- California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
- E-Verify
- Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
CLOSING STATEMENT
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
INTRODUCTION
UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health - Orange, UCI Health - Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties.
As Orange County’s only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region’s only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.
Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager, incumbents will independently perform a wide variety of technical procedures in Clinical Cytogenetics and Genomics section of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory medicine. Other responsibilities include method development-modification-parallel testing, repair of laboratory instruments, sample processing, reagent preparation, data entry. On a daily basis, incumbents will assess overall workload for any area that needs help. All Clinical Cytogenetics Laboratory Scientists may process specimens, perform waived and non-waived testing without direct and constant supervision, and report results without supervisor or director review for the tests that are within their scope of licensure and for which they have been trained and deemed competent.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Thorough knowledge of all relevant sub-specialty area industry, health and safety, federal, and state regulations.
- Skill and ability to perform mathematical calculations to include: adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals with and without a calculator to derive results.
- Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties.
- Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job.
- Must be willing to testify in court regarding testing activities if subpoenaed.
- Must be able to differentiate variations in color.
- Exhibits interpersonal skills to independently convey information with authority, handle highly sensitive matters and interact with high level contacts from other organizations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrates knowledge of laboratory concepts, new methodologies and advances in the field of specimen processing, automation, and procedures. Ability to apply principles in a clinical laboratory setting.
- Current California state Cytogenetics CLS License.
- Bachelors' degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least 10 years of laboratory experience in both karyotype and FISH study of cancer samples.
- Ability to use laboratory's application programs. Skill and ability to perform data checks using queries, visual review and other appropriate means to verify data accuracy.
- Ability to respond clearly, concisely, and cooperatively to questions from other technologists, unlicensed staff, or supervisory staff regarding how procedures/duties were or should be performed, validity of test results, etc.
- Ability to organize assignments and laboratory operations in an efficient and effective manner. Highly developed personal organizational skills. Knowledge of quality assurance methods and ability to apply principles to design quality systems.
- Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload.
- Ability to evaluate issues and identify solutions within defined procedures and policies. Demonstrated ability to solve problems and suggest solutions through critical thinking process.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms.
- Knowledge of Clinical Laboratory, medical center, HR and UC policies and processes.
TOTAL REWARDS
We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan
- Employment Misconduct*
- Legal Right to Work in the United States
- Vaccination Policies
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy
- Drug Free Environment
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
- California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
- E-Verify
- Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
CLOSING STATEMENT
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Cytogenetic Technologist
Verify your ASCP certification before applying
USCIS adjudicators scrutinize whether cytogenetics roles meet the specialty occupation standard. Holding active ASCP Board of Certification in cytogenetics strengthens your petition by demonstrating the degree-level requirement is industry-standard, not employer-specific.
Target labs with CAP accreditation history
College of American Pathologists-accredited cytogenetics labs employ staff under federally defined quality standards that reinforce specialty occupation status. These labs also have established HR and legal infrastructure for H-1B filings, reducing the risk of a first-time-sponsor delay.
Search H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Pull DOL Labor Condition Application records filtered for cytogenetic technologist roles to see which employers have filed before. This lets you prioritize labs with a documented H-1B track record rather than spending time on employers who have never sponsored.
Benchmark your wage against OFLC Wage Search
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Run your specific metro area through OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer so you know the floor and can flag underpayment before filing.
Confirm cap-exempt status if joining a nonprofit hospital
Cytogenetics positions at nonprofit research hospitals and universities affiliated with higher education can file outside the annual lottery cap entirely. Ask HR directly whether the institution qualifies as cap-exempt under USCIS guidelines before you factor the April registration window into your timeline.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
Standard H-1B adjudication can run several months after October 1. If your employer needs you to begin by a specific date tied to a lab contract or training cycle, ask them to file with premium processing to get a decision from USCIS within 15 business days.
H-1B Visa Cytogenetic Technologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cytogenetic Technologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Cytogenetic Technologist positions typically require at least a bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, biology, or a closely related field, which satisfies the USCIS specialty occupation standard. Most employers and labs hiring for this title document the degree requirement in job postings, which supports the petition. ASCP certification further reinforces the argument that specialized, degree-level training is the industry norm for this role.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Cytogenetic Technologists?
Academic medical centers, children's hospitals, large reference laboratories, and cancer centers are the most consistent sponsors because they run high-volume cytogenetics programs that depend on a stable, specialized workforce. Many of these institutions are also cap-exempt nonprofits, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round outside the annual lottery. You can review verified H-1B filing history by employer on Migrate Mate before applying.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my job search timeline as a Cytogenetic Technologist?
If the sponsoring employer is cap-subject, your employer must register you in the USCIS lottery during the March registration window for an October 1 start. That means securing a job offer and having your employer ready to file well before March. If you're targeting nonprofit hospitals or university-affiliated labs that qualify as cap-exempt, this timeline constraint doesn't apply and your start date can be much closer to your hire date.
What SOC code applies to Cytogenetic Technologists for H-1B prevailing wage purposes?
Cytogenetic Technologists are typically classified under SOC code 29-2011 (Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists) for DOL prevailing wage purposes. Your employer uses this code when filing the Labor Condition Application. You can cross-check the occupation description and wage level through O*NET and verify the prevailing wage for your specific work location using OFLC Wage Search before your offer letter is finalized.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new cytogenetics employer if I change jobs?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as your transfer petition is filed with USCIS, provided you're maintaining valid H-1B status and the new role also qualifies as a specialty occupation. The new employer must file a fresh LCA and I-129 petition. Cytogenetics positions at different labs generally satisfy the specialty occupation requirement, but confirm the new employer is willing to sponsor before resigning.