Cytogenetic Technologist II

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

18h • $28 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

Cytogenetic Technologist II Day Shift Brigham and Women's Hospital Summary The Clinical Cytogenetics Laboratory handles approximately 8,000 specimens per year, performing the following testing: chromosome analysis, fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH) and microarray analysis. High complexity testing includes a diverse set of requirements for reporting and specimen handling and follows National Patient Safety Goals, OSHA, CLIA and Joint Commission Regulations. This individual processes and/or performs cytogenetic analysis to assess the chromosomal state of patient samples. Duties vary by assignment (chromosome, FISH and/or microarray analysis) but each of these areas requires analysis, interpretation and accurate recording of test results within strict time constraints. Standard Operating Procedure protocols must be followed

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Biological Science or Clinical Lab Science Required
• At least 2 years of relevant experience is required.
• CG(ASCP) certification required
• Experience working in a clinical Cytogenetics laboratory 2 or more years required
• Responsible worker with productive work habits.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity.
• Proficient with computers (including use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, etc.).
• Organized, detail-oriented and able to keep meticulous records.
• Respectful of patient confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Log in samples and review submitted clinical data to allow appropriate pre-analytic triage of specimens
• Perform assigned tissue culture and wet lab duties; assist with troubleshooting workflows or equipment; assist with maintaining equipment, supplies and reagent stocks
• Demonstrate technical expertise in chromosome analysis: Initiate and maintain cell cultures using sterile technique; perform all aspects of specimen processing; operate automated cell scanner; analyze metaphases using brightfield microscopy, record raw data, prepare final karyograms and record current ISCN.
• Assist with teaching rotating residents and fellows and training new employees, when assigned
• Participate in scheduled technical meetings and assigned CAP proficiency testing
• Participate in quality assurance activities, such as assisting with new assay and equipment validation and periodic updates to standard operating protocols

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level