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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 “Technical Specialist, Cytogenetics”

Select appropriate methods of preparation and storage of media to maintain potential of hydrogen (pH), sterility, or ability to support growth.
Summarize test results and report to appropriate authorities.
Communicate to responsible parties unacceptable specimens and suggest remediation for future submissions.
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).
Select or prepare specimens and media for cell cultures using aseptic techniques, knowledge of medium components, or cell nutritional requirements.
Evaluate appropriateness of received specimens for requested tests.
Determine optimal time sequences and methods for manual or robotic cell harvests.
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.
Develop and implement training programs for trainees, medical students, resident physicians or post-doctoral fellows.
Prepare slides of cell cultures following standard procedures.
Communicate test results or technical information to patients, physicians, family members, or researchers.
Maintain laboratory equipment such as photomicroscopes, inverted microscopes, and standard darkroom equipment.
Count numbers of chromosomes and identify the structural abnormalities by viewing culture slides through microscopes, light microscopes, or photomicroscopes.
Select appropriate culturing system or procedure based on specimen type and reason for referral.
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.
Archive case documentation and study materials as required by regulations and laws.
Prepare biological specimens such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, tumors, chorionic villi, and blood, for chromosome examinations.
Supervise subordinate laboratory staff.
Recognize and report abnormalities in the color, size, shape, composition, or pattern of cells.
Select banding methods to permit identification of chromosome pairs.
Extract, measure, dilute as appropriate, label, and prepare DNA for array analysis.
Identify appropriate methods of specimen collection, preservation, or transport.
Describe chromosome, FISH and aCGH analysis results in Internations System of Cytogenetic Nomenclature (ISCN) language.
Arrange and attach chromosomes in numbered pairs on karyotype charts, using standard genetics laboratory practices and nomenclature, to identify normal or abnormal chromosomes.
Input details of specimens into logs or computer systems.
Examine chromosomes found in biological specimens to detect abnormalities.
Stain slides to make chromosomes visible for microscopy.

Related Technology & Tools

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

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