Pediatrics Cytogenetic Lab Specialist II

The Shivanand R Patil Cytogenetics and Molecular lab within the Stead Family Department of Pediatrics is seeking an experiencedcytogenetic laboratory specialist II. The lab utilizes classical and molecular cytogenetic techniques including chromosome analysis fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) and chromosomal microarray (CMA) for diagnosis or treatment in cancer and constitutional genetic disorders. In this role the cytogenetic laboratory specialist II will perform components of cytogenetic and molecular cytogenetic studies according to established laboratory protocols and work to maintain and improve the clinical testing environment capabilities and quality of data in the laboratory. This position is first shift 8am 5pm) and must be able to accommodate approximately 56 Saturday workdays and one holiday every year as part of a rotating schedule with other technologists.

We intend to hire for one position at either the Cytogenetic Lab Specialist I requisition #or Cytogenetic Lab Specialist II requisition #or Medical Lab Tech requisition #based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.

Position Responsibilities:

• Independently performs all aspects of cytogenetic FISH or microarray NGS wet bench procedures according to established protocols to provide high quality sample preparations with minimal supervision.
• Accurately identifies complex abnormalities in Gbanded chromosomes (chromosome section) or accurately scores FISH probes on nonFFPE samples (FISH section) or performs complete analysis of CMA data (CMA section).
• Correctly uses ISCN when recording results.
• Has performed analysis of a variety of abnormal cases (e.g. different specimen types indications and abnormalities).
• Correctly writes up cases using established report templates.
• Maintains accurate records of all lab results procedures and quality control metrics.
• Evaluates sample quality and trouble shoots problems with the guidance of the section coordinator.
• Performs additional tasks as may be assigned by the section coordinator such as routine equipment maintenance inventory and ordering of reagents.
• Communicates any problems with equipment or specimen processing with section coordinator or lab director.
• Aids in training of new technologist under the direction of the section coordinator.
• Complies with the appropriate safety and regulatory guidelines.
• Participates in and helps prepare for CAP inspections and ensuring CAP compliance.
• Attends and participates in laboratory staff meetings and continuing education programs.

About the Stead Family Department of Pediatrics

The Stead Family Department of Pediatrics is a national leader in pediatric medicine. The Departments mission is to provide outstanding care to the children of Iowa and beyond by being a leader in stateoftheart clinical care to children performing cuttingedge research to find new treatments and cures for childhood illnesses and educating the next generation of pediatric health care providers. The Department comprises the medical and research staff of UI Stead Family Childrens Hospital. UI Stead Family Childrens Hospital is one of the nations topranked pediatric care and research institutions and Iowas only comprehensive childrens hospital.

About the Division of Medical Genetics and Genomics

The Division of Medical Genetics and Genomics is committed to excellence in providing comprehensive services for children adults and prenatal patients in the diagnosis treatment and management of genetic conditions. The Divisions multidisciplinary team is comprised of boardcertified medical geneticists a molecular genetic pathologist physician assistants nurse practitioners genetic counselors nurses and dietitians. Our clinics include General Genetics Clinics Metabolic Genetics Clinics Connective Tissue Disorder Clinics Neurofibromatosis Clinics and Outreach Genetics Clinics. Genetic diseases and disorders affect families as well as individuals. The medical team provides the information support and followup needed to make informed decisions. Our medical genetics team collaborates with state and federal agencies educators researchers support groups and others to provide the latest information and treatment options for Iowans and their families.