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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 “Senior Cytogenetic Technologist”

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.
Maintain laboratory equipment such as photomicroscopes, inverted microscopes, and standard darkroom equipment.
Select or prepare specimens and media for cell cultures using aseptic techniques, knowledge of medium components, or cell nutritional requirements.
Input details of specimen processing, analysis, and technical issues into logs or laboratory information systems (LIS).
Examine chromosomes found in biological specimens to detect abnormalities.
Evaluate appropriateness of received specimens for requested tests.
Harvest cell cultures using substances such as mitotic arrestants, cell releasing agents, and cell fixatives.
Develop, implement, and monitor quality control and quality assurance programs to ensure accurate and precise test performance and reports.
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.
Apply prepared specimen and control to appropriate grid, run instrumentation, and produce analyzable results.
Develop and implement training programs for trainees, medical students, resident physicians or post-doctoral fellows.
Extract, measure, dilute as appropriate, label, and prepare DNA for array analysis.
Summarize test results and report to appropriate authorities.
Archive case documentation and study materials as required by regulations and laws.
Communicate to responsible parties unacceptable specimens and suggest remediation for future submissions.
Select appropriate culturing system or procedure based on specimen type and reason for referral.
Prepare biological specimens such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, tumors, chorionic villi, and blood, for chromosome examinations.
Supervise subordinate laboratory staff.
Input details of specimens into logs or computer systems.
Select banding methods to permit identification of chromosome pairs.
Prepare slides of cell cultures following standard procedures.
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.
Count numbers of chromosomes and identify the structural abnormalities by viewing culture slides through microscopes, light microscopes, or photomicroscopes.
Stain slides to make chromosomes visible for microscopy.
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.
Communicate test results or technical information to patients, physicians, family members, or researchers.

Related Technology & Tools

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

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