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Job Description

Analyze chromosomes found in biological specimens such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, and blood to aid in the study, diagnosis, or treatment of genetic diseases.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 29-2011.01

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Cytogenetic Technologists”.

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Tasks for “Genetic Technologist”

Supervise subordinate laboratory staff.
Extract, measure, dilute as appropriate, label, and prepare DNA for array analysis.
Input details of specimens into logs or computer systems.
Create chromosome images using computer imaging systems.
Harvest cell cultures using substances such as mitotic arrestants, cell releasing agents, and cell fixatives.
Summarize test results and report to appropriate authorities.
Communicate to responsible parties unacceptable specimens and suggest remediation for future submissions.
Determine optimal time sequences and methods for manual or robotic cell harvests.
Develop and implement training programs for trainees, medical students, resident physicians or post-doctoral fellows.
Stain slides to make chromosomes visible for microscopy.
Count numbers of chromosomes and identify the structural abnormalities by viewing culture slides through microscopes, light microscopes, or photomicroscopes.
Prepare slides of cell cultures following standard procedures.
Maintain laboratory equipment such as photomicroscopes, inverted microscopes, and standard darkroom equipment.
Apply prepared specimen and control to appropriate grid, run instrumentation, and produce analyzable results.
Archive case documentation and study materials as required by regulations and laws.
Select appropriate methods of preparation and storage of media to maintain potential of hydrogen (pH), sterility, or ability to support growth.
Analyze chromosomes found in biological specimens to aid diagnoses and treatments for genetic diseases such as congenital birth defects, fertility problems, and hematological disorders.
Input details of specimen processing, analysis, and technical issues into logs or laboratory information systems (LIS).
Prepare biological specimens such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, tumors, chorionic villi, and blood, for chromosome examinations.
Select banding methods to permit identification of chromosome pairs.
Evaluate appropriateness of received specimens for requested tests.
Describe chromosome, FISH and aCGH analysis results in Internations System of Cytogenetic Nomenclature (ISCN) language.
Select appropriate culturing system or procedure based on specimen type and reason for referral.
Examine chromosomes found in biological specimens to detect abnormalities.
Recognize and report abnormalities in the color, size, shape, composition, or pattern of cells.
Identify appropriate methods of specimen collection, preservation, or transport.
Develop, implement, and monitor quality control and quality assurance programs to ensure accurate and precise test performance and reports.
Select or prepare specimens and media for cell cultures using aseptic techniques, knowledge of medium components, or cell nutritional requirements.
Communicate test results or technical information to patients, physicians, family members, or researchers.
Arrange and attach chromosomes in numbered pairs on karyotype charts, using standard genetics laboratory practices and nomenclature, to identify normal or abnormal chromosomes.

Related Technology & Tools

Counting chambers
Microscope camera adapters
Laboratory freezers
Bench-top autoclaves
Laboratory refrigerators
Test tube racks
Flat bottom microtiter plates
Heated magnetic stirrers
Robotic harvesters
Hot air sterilizers
Low speed refrigerated centrifuges
Automated imaging systems
Slide cassettes
Incubators
Uncooled charge-coupled device cameras
Desktop computers
Automatic slide loading systems
Benchtop drying chambers
Computerized karotype equipment
Safety gloves
Metaphase finding system software
Glass water distillers
Ultrasonic sterilization units
2 ml cryovials
Liquid nitrogen containers
Interferometers
Inverted compound microscopes
Phase contrast microscopes
Hybridization ovens
10 ml pipettes
1 ml pipettes
Steam autoclaves
pH meters
Cell culture tubes
Biological safety cabinets
Cell harvesters
Mercury vapor lamps
Microarray scanners
Glass flasks
Reference thermometers
Slide sorters
Microscope slides
Water baths
Photomicroscopes
Microscope filters
Binocular compound microscopes
Biological containment hoods
Tachometers
Digital image printers
Fluorescent microscopes
4 ml cryovials
Vortex mixers
Water deionizers
Masks
Stereo microscopes
Laboratory microwave ovens
Denaturation/hybridization systems
Pipette aids
35m petri dishes
Floor model drying chambers
Fluorescent in situ hybridization FISH automation instruments
Digital cameras
25 ml pipettes
Media filtration systems

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