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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 Cytogenetics Laboratory Director”

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

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

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