CytogeneticTechnologistTrainee - Lubbock, United States - InsideHigherEd

Description

Extended Job Title
CytogeneticTechnologistTrainee
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr
Org Level 7
Pedi Administration Lbk Genl
Position Description
Under supervision and training from a Cytogenetic Technologist, the incumbent prepares, examines, and analyzes chromosomes found in biological specimens such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, and blood, to aid in diagnosis and treatment of genetic diseases. May perform advanced technical duties in the diagnostic study of cells for the purpose of recognition and classification under supervision and training of a Cytogenetic Technologist. At the successful completion of the training program, the incumbent will be encouraged to take the ASCP exam. During the two-year period, trainees work on a lab rotation learning each aspect of the genetic testing.
Requisition ID
37425BR
Optional Attachments
Professional/Personal Reference, Recommendation/Referral
Travel Required
None
Pay Grade Maximum
Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.
Major/Essential Functions
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Specimen pick up and log-in, registering patients on patient record system and chart preparation. Receives, organizes and processes clinical specimens accurately. Identifies worksheet, computer, and specimen problems and demonstrates ability to either resolve or elevate to technologists/supervisor appropriately
2. Assist supervisor with supply orders and inventory management.
3. Selects and prepares specimen and media for cell culture.
4. Reads and understands all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to the department and adhere to all department rules and protocols
5. Assists with tissue culture, slide-making, harvesting, culture set-up, reagent preparation, equipment maintenance, loading/unloading automated scanner and karyotyping procedures.
6. Develops microscopic analytical skills through multiple phases of microscope training, both brightfield and fluorescence microscopy.
7. Participates actively to prepare and analyze FISH preparations, selecting cells, counting and analyzing each under the microscope, and prepares several flex images per case.
8. Assists with microarray wet lab including DNA extraction, Gel Electrophoresis, purification, PCR, related techniques and applications and develops analytical skills to analyze aCGH cases.
9. Prepares testing equipment, assists with cleaning or performing equipment preventative maintenance as required
10. Assists with transcription of test results.
11. Participates in billing and assist the supervisor with sending fee sheets, populating and generating invoices
12. Assist supervisor with client relation including answering phone calls, send out specimens, sending supplies to clients, sending reports by faxing, emailing and scanning reports to EMR.
13. Attends department meetings and company in-service trainings to improve knowledge on testing and systems
14. Participates in Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs required by CAP/CLIA.

Grant Funded?
No
Pay Grade Minimum
Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.
Pay Basis
Hourly
Work Location
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications
Basic understanding of laboratory techniques preferred.
Campus
HSC - Lubbock
Department
Pedi Administration Lbk Genl
Required Attachments
Resume / CV
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.
Job Group
Research Technicians
Shift
Day
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications
BS or BA degree in a life science field is required. One to three years' experience equivalent to a Laboratory Technician may also be considered.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
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