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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 “Lead Cytogenetic Technologist”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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