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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”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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