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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 “Medical Laboratory Specialist (Medical Lab Specialist)”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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