Cytogenetics Technologist Senior II
Cytogenetics Technologist Senior II
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Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
SummaryThe Clinical Cytogenetics Laboratory handles approximately 8000 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. Does this position require Patient Care No
Essential Functions
- Serve as a lead technologist of Cytogenetics
-Participate in scheduled technical meetings and assigned CAP proficiency testing
-Provide oversight of technical staff and laboratory workflows in the absence of Supervisor or the Technical Director
-Teach rotating residents and fellows and train new employees when assigned
-Work with Supervisor or Technical Director to perform laboratory audits once every other year
-Provide back-up weekend coverage and holiday coverage
Qualifications
1. Serve as a lead technologist of a service line
2. Log in samples and review submitted clinical data to allow appropriate pre-analytic triage of specimens
3. Perform assigned tissue culture and wet lab duties; troubleshoot workflows or equipment; assist with maintaining equipment supplies and reagent stocks
4. Demonstrate technical expertise in one or more of the following areas:
a. 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 and/or
b. 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 and/or
c. Microarray analysis: Perform all aspects of specimen preparation including DNA isolation and labeling hybridization washing and chip scanning; organize interpret and annotate genomic data.
5. Provide oversight of technical staff and laboratory workflows in the absence of Supervisor or the Technical Director
6. Perform chart review; provide daily case management and status updates to Supervisor and Technical Director
7. Oversee troubleshooting of assays or equipment; participate in validation of new assays and new equipment; responsible for periodic updates to relevant standard operating protocols
8. Teach rotating residents and fellows and train new employees when assigned
9. Participate in scheduled technical meetings and assigned CAP proficiency testing
10. Work with Supervisor or Technical Director to perform laboratory audits once every other year
11. Provide back-up weekend coverage and holiday coverage; maintain a professional appearance at all times and perform additional assigned duties
Experience
Experience working in a clinical Cytogenetics laboratory 8-10 years required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Productive work habits.
- 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.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
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EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
