Med Technologist, Cytogenetics

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a skilled laboratory professional to perform specialized cytogenetics testing in the Microarray department at 211 Bailey Road, Rochester. You will handle morphologic microscopic analysis, karyotyping, and FISH assays, while maintaining instruments and following QC policies.

Required are a Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field and NYS licensure eligibility, with a strong attention to accuracy and patient safety in a high-complexity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, chemistry, biochemistry, or biology with NYS designation program required.
• NYS Licensed or eligible for NYS licensure in Clinical Laboratory Technology upon hire.
• Equivalent education/experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides specialized testing and support for the laboratory section.
• Performs complex technical assignments requiring theoretical insight and interpretation.
• Maintains/instrument standardization and daily quality control.
• Adheres to laboratory policies and safety requirements.
• Performs preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of instruments.
• Records results using computer/instrument interfaces.
• Maintains quality control/quality assurance documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microscopy analysis

Karyotyping

FISH analysis

Instrument maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology/chemistry/biochemistry/biology with NYS program

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

FISH microscope

Job description

211 Bailey Road

Full time

R275030

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Job Location (Full Address):

211 Bailey Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14586

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500244 Microarray

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCA 214 H

Compensation Range:

$35.35 - $47.72

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Provides specialized testing and support for the laboratory section. Performs complex technical assignments, which are broadly outlined and require theoretical insight and interpretation. Exercises a high degree of skill and judgement and an understanding of the principles and methodologies of cytogenetics processing. Responsible for instrument maintenance/standardization, daily quality control, and adherence to all laboratory/University policies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Completes morphologic microscopic analysis and karyotyping of a variety of specimens, including amniotic fluids and chorionic villus samples, pre-conceptual and pediatric bloods and products of conception.
• Completes microscopic analysis, including complex leukemic bone marrows and tumors for the detection of specific chromosome aberrations associated with various kinds of neoplasia. Performs Fluorescent In-Situ Hybridization (FISH) microscope analysis.
• Provides educational support and specialized training within the laboratory section.
• Performs and documents instrument preventative maintenance as scheduled or as needed.
• Performs and documents instrument troubleshooting as needed.
• Records results of patient sample analysis using computer/instrument interface options.
• Adheres to quality control/quality assurance protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, chemistry, biochemistry, or biology and advanced certificate of completion at a NYS designated program required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• NYS Licensed or eligible for NYS licensure in Clinical Laboratory Technology or a NYS Restricted License in Cytogenetics upon hire required

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