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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”

Select or prepare specimens and media for cell cultures using aseptic techniques, knowledge of medium components, or cell nutritional requirements.
Communicate to responsible parties unacceptable specimens and suggest remediation for future submissions.
Prepare slides of cell cultures following standard procedures.
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.
Identify appropriate methods of specimen collection, preservation, or transport.
Input details of specimens into logs or computer systems.
Create chromosome images using computer imaging systems.
Develop, implement, and monitor quality control and quality assurance programs to ensure accurate and precise test performance and reports.
Select appropriate methods of preparation and storage of media to maintain potential of hydrogen (pH), sterility, or ability to support growth.
Supervise subordinate laboratory staff.
Communicate test results or technical information to patients, physicians, family members, or researchers.
Stain slides to make chromosomes visible for microscopy.
Maintain laboratory equipment such as photomicroscopes, inverted microscopes, and standard darkroom equipment.
Examine chromosomes found in biological specimens to detect abnormalities.
Evaluate appropriateness of received specimens for requested tests.
Select appropriate culturing system or procedure based on specimen type and reason for referral.
Count numbers of chromosomes and identify the structural abnormalities by viewing culture slides through microscopes, light microscopes, or photomicroscopes.
Select banding methods to permit identification of chromosome pairs.
Develop and implement training programs for trainees, medical students, resident physicians or post-doctoral fellows.
Summarize test results and report to appropriate authorities.
Analyze chromosomes found in biological specimens to aid diagnoses and treatments for genetic diseases such as congenital birth defects, fertility problems, and hematological disorders.
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.
Archive case documentation and study materials as required by regulations and laws.
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.
Apply prepared specimen and control to appropriate grid, run instrumentation, and produce analyzable results.
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.

Related Technology & Tools

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

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