Cytogenetics Technologist, PRN Various shift hours

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Retirement Programs through TRS

Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Cytogenetic Technologist to prepare and analyze specimens, perform culture techniques, and generate karyotypes using ISCN standards.

You will mentor staff, help train students, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while contributing to education and research activities.

This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage from day one and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Medical Technology or related field.
• One year of training or experience in clinical cytogenetic field.
• ASCP Certification in Cytogenetics.

Responsibilities

• Collects and prepares biological specimens for cytogenetic analyses.
• Record patient demographics and history accurately.
• Cultures cells and selects appropriate media for specimens.
• Harvests cell cultures and prepares slides using standard techniques.
• Analyzes chromosome preparations and prepares ISCN-compliant reports.
• Operate and maintain microscopes and capture systems for imaging.
• Organizes workload and ensures quality control of data.
• Mentors Cytogenetic Technologists and assists in training.

Skills

Cytogenetics

Cell culture techniques

Karyotype analysis

ISCN guidelines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology / Medical Technology or related field

ASCP Certification in Cytogenetics

Tools

Inverted microscope

Photomicroscope

Biological safety procedures

Job description

Overview

Why UT Southwestern?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the #1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth for the fifth consecutive year, we invite you to continue your healthcare career with us at William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital. You\'ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for learning and advancement into leadership roles.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor Degree in Biology, Medical Technology or other physical or natural science field.
• One year of training or experience in clinical cytogenetic field is required.
• Certification as Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Cytogenetics by ASCP is required.

Additional Information

Work schedule within lab operations of Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM; negotiable weekend shifts.

Job Duties

• Collects and prepares biological specimens for cytogenetic analyses from various human tissues, such as blood, bone marrow, amniotic fluid, and solid tissue, utilizing aseptic techniques, appropriate containers and instruments, collecting media, antibiotics, anticoagulants, and preservatives.
• Accurately record patient demographics and relevant history.
• Cultures cells of various types using appropriate biohazard and/or aseptic techniques. Selects appropriate culture media for specific specimens and monitors cell growth.
• Harvests cell cultures using appropriate techniques, such as mitotic arrestants, cell releasing agents, cell fixatives, etc. Prepares microscopic slides using routine and banding techniques.
• Analyzes chromosome preparations, selecting cells, counting and analyzing each under microscope; prepares several karyotypes (i.e., classification or arrangement of chromosomes into a standard order) per case; summarizes results of analyses using the ISCN and submits file for final reports.
• Operates and maintains inverted microscope, photomicroscope to analyze cells, and computerized capturing system to photograph appropriate cells from each case.
• Organizes workload within assigned section of laboratory, scheduling work assignments, maintaining quality control of data generated, directing laboratory procedures, and generally affecting efficient utilization of methodology and equipment.
• Assists in development of cytogenetic training programs, implementation and training for high school, college, trainees, medical students, resident physicians, and and postdoctoral fellows in basic cytogenetic skills as required.
• Participates in conferences and other educational activities to further knowledge of cytogenetics. Collects and organizes research data for project reports as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned.
• Provides mentoring to Cytogenetic Technologists and Technicians with less experience. Assists Supervisor/Manager in monitoring laboratory operations to ensure compliance with departmental, institutional, accreditation, and government requirements and regulations.
• Maintain regulatory documentation such as, but not limited to maintenance logs and Quality Assurance program documents

Other Duties

Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UT Southwestern employee benefits!

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information

Salary

Salary Negotiable

Equal Opportunity

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/