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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 “Head of Cytogenetics”

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

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

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