Cytogenetic Technologist

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Rosemont, IL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cytogenetic Technologist will perform chromosome analysis, Fluorescent in situ Hybridization (FISH) analysis, and Microarray analysis in accordance with the department’s procedure manual and proper ISCN nomenclature. This role involves performing Peripheral Blood, Bone Marrow, Amniotic Fluid, Chorionic Villus, Products of Conception, and Tumor set up, maintenance, and harvesting. The technologist will also perform routine and special stain banding procedures, sample preparation and appropriate probe application for FISH analysis, and SNP Microarray procedures. Additionally, the role includes DNA extraction and wet lab Microarray procedures, operating Spectrophotometer, scanner, Fluidics Station and System Data Transfer Server, and performing quality control. The technologist will follow laboratory safety procedures, participate in proficiency testing, correlate clinical laboratory test results, and provide preliminary diagnoses on STAT cases. Problem identification and resolution related to laboratory methodology, instrumentation, and procedures are also key responsibilities, along with maintaining supply inventory and participating in development and education.

Requirements

License/Registration/Certification Required: CG(ASCP)
Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Biology, or related science field.
Typically requires 5 years of experience in chromosome analysis of all tissue types, analysis of Microarray and/or FISH in the Cytogenetic laboratory.
Must also be competent in one or more areas of the wet lab.
5 years of experience with Cytogenetics laboratory equipment and methodologies.
Clinical internships may be applied toward experience.
Competence in chromosome analysis of all tissue types in the Cytogenetics laboratory.
Competence in analysis of Microarray and/ or FISH.
Competence in one or more areas of the wet lab.
Basic computer literacy
Ability to consistently handle multi-tasking and meet established timeframes.
Ability to work well in stressful situations, maintaining professional composure at all times.
Ability to articulate knowledge of topics under discussion.
Ability to effectively and appropriately communicate in all situations.
Ability to balance research findings with ACL technical limitations.
Ability to effectively implement new procedures and technologies.
Ability to routinely safeguard and handle irretrievable specimen types (i.e. products of conception, amniotic fluids, chorionic villi samples, placentas, bone marrow, tumors, etc.)
Able to appropriately handle hazardous chemicals, infectious biological specimens, and sharps.

Responsibilities

Proficiently and independently performs chromosome analysis, Fluorescent in situ Hybridization (FISH) analysis, and Microarray analysis in accordance with the department’s procedure manual and proper ISCN nomenclature.
Performs Peripheral Blood, Bone Marrow, Amniotic Fluid, Chorionic Villus, Products of Conception, and Tumor set up, maintenance, and harvesting.
Performs routine and special stain banding procedures.
Performs sample preparation and appropriate probe application for FISH analysis.
Proficiently and independently performs SNP Microarray procedure.
Performs DNA extraction and wet lab Microarray procedures including but not limited to digestion, ligation, PCR, quantitation, fragmentation, labeling, and hybridization.
Proficiently operates Spectrophotometer, scanner, Fluidics Station and System Data Transfer Server.
Performs, monitors, and evaluates quality control, applies the principles of quality control when reporting tests.
Records, reports, and monitors all QC data in the proper manner to include log books and/or worksheets.
Takes appropriate corrective action when necessary and documents action(s) taken.
Follows established Laboratory safety procedure in accordance with those of regulatory bodies including but not limited to OSHA, FDA, EPA, NRC.
Participates in department proficiency testing.
Correlates, reviews and documents the requisition or clinical orders with the testing procedure.
Provides a preliminary diagnosis directly to the ordering provider on STAT cases which may require urgent decisions by an attending physician.
Correlates various clinical laboratory test results, applies these results to clinical conditions and recognizes accepted normal ranges.
Initiates follow-up procedures when patient results are outside normal range according to departmental policy.
Identification and resolution of technical problems related to laboratory methodology, instrumentation, and procedures under direction of Laboratory Management.
Maintains adequate inventory of supplies as required by the department.
Participates in development and education.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program