Senior Cytogenetic Tech

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•$34 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Cytogenetics Laboratory handles approximately 10,000 specimens per year, performing chromosome analysis, fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH), and microarray analysis. This high complexity testing involves diverse requirements for reporting and specimen handling, adhering to National Patient Safety Goals, OSHA, CLIA, and Joint Commission Regulations. Mass General Brigham is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care through a wide range of professionals. They are offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000 to eligible candidates.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences or Clinical Laboratory Sciences required
ASCP Certification Required
5 years of experience working in a clinical Cytogenetics laboratory
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 and assist with maintaining equipment, supplies and reagent stocks
Demonstrate technical expertise in FISH analysis: Perform all aspects of specimen processing; analyze metaphases or interphase nuclei and record hybridization patterns; capture representative images at the fluorescence microscope workstation
Teach rotating residents and fellows and train 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