Cytogenetic Technologist 2- Cytogenetics- FT Day Shift

University of California, Irvine•Orange, CA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager, incumbents will independently perform a wide variety of technical procedures in Clinical Cytogenetics and Genomics section of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory medicine. Other responsibilities include method development-modification-parallel testing, repair of laboratory instruments, sample processing, reagent preparation, data entry. On a daily basis, incumbents will assess overall workload for any area that needs help. All Clinical Cytogenetics Laboratory Scientists may process specimens, perform waived and non-waived testing without direct and constant supervision, and report results without supervisor or director review for the tests that are within their scope of licensure and for which they have been trained and deemed competent.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of all relevant sub-specialty area industry, health and safety, federal, and state regulations.
Skill and ability to perform mathematical calculations to include: adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals with and without a calculator to derive results.
Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
Must be willing to testify in court regarding testing activities if subpoenaed.
Must be able to differentiate variations in color
Exhibits interpersonal skills to independently convey information with authority, handle highly sensitive matters and interact with high level contacts from other organizations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
Demonstrates knowledge of laboratory concepts, new methodologies and advances in the field of specimen processing, automation, and procedures. Ability to apply principles in a clinical laboratory setting.
Current California state Cytogenetics CLS License.
Bachelors' degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
At least 10 years of laboratory experience in both karyotype and FISH study of cancer samples.
Ability to use laboratory's application programs. Skill and ability to perform data checks using queries, visual review and other appropriate means to verify data accuracy.
Ability to respond clearly, concisely, and cooperatively to questions from other technologists, unlicensed staff, or supervisory staff regarding how procedures/duties were or should be performed, validity of test results, etc.
Ability to organize assignments and laboratory operations in an efficient and effective manner. Highly developed personal organizational skills. Knowledge of quality assurance methods and ability to apply principles to design quality systems.
Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
Ability to evaluate issues and identify solutions within defined procedures and policies. Demonstrated ability to solve problems and suggest solutions through critical thinking process.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
Knowledge of Clinical Laboratory, medical center, HR and UC policies and processes.

Responsibilities

method development-modification-parallel testing
repair of laboratory instruments
sample processing
reagent preparation
data entry
assess overall workload for any area that needs help
process specimens
perform waived and non-waived testing without direct and constant supervision
report results without supervisor or director review for the tests that are within their scope of licensure and for which they have been trained and deemed competent.