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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 “Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Cytogenetics (CLSp(CG))”

Communicate test results or technical information to patients, physicians, family members, or researchers.
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.
Stain slides to make chromosomes visible for microscopy.
Select or prepare specimens and media for cell cultures using aseptic techniques, knowledge of medium components, or cell nutritional requirements.
Input details of specimens into logs or computer systems.
Archive case documentation and study materials as required by regulations and laws.
Summarize test results and report to appropriate authorities.
Create chromosome images using computer imaging systems.
Analyze chromosomes found in biological specimens to aid diagnoses and treatments for genetic diseases such as congenital birth defects, fertility problems, and hematological disorders.
Develop, implement, and monitor quality control and quality assurance programs to ensure accurate and precise test performance and reports.
Determine optimal time sequences and methods for manual or robotic cell harvests.
Supervise subordinate laboratory staff.
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.
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.
Select appropriate methods of preparation and storage of media to maintain potential of hydrogen (pH), sterility, or ability to support growth.
Describe chromosome, FISH and aCGH analysis results in Internations System of Cytogenetic Nomenclature (ISCN) language.
Examine chromosomes found in biological specimens to detect abnormalities.
Evaluate appropriateness of received specimens for requested tests.
Count numbers of chromosomes and identify the structural abnormalities by viewing culture slides through microscopes, light microscopes, or photomicroscopes.
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.
Harvest cell cultures using substances such as mitotic arrestants, cell releasing agents, and cell fixatives.
Identify appropriate methods of specimen collection, preservation, or transport.
Select banding methods to permit identification of chromosome pairs.
Prepare slides of cell cultures following standard procedures.
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).

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Desktop computers
Test tube racks
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Laboratory refrigerators
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Bench-top autoclaves
Digital cameras
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Stereo microscopes
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Masks
Steam autoclaves
Media filtration systems
Water baths
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