Cytogenetic Technologist II

About the role

The Clinical Cytogenetics Laboratory at Brigham and Women's Hospital handles approximately 8,000 specimens per year, performing chromosome analysis, fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH), and microarray analysis. This position involves high complexity testing and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals, OSHA, CLIA, and Joint Commission Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Log in samples and review submitted clinical data to allow appropriate pre-analytic triage of specimens
• Perform assigned tissue culture and wet lab duties; assist with troubleshooting workflows or equipment; assist with maintaining equipment, supplies, and reagent stocks
• 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
• Assist with teaching rotating residents and fellows and training new employees, when assigned
• Participate in scheduled technical meetings and assigned CAP proficiency testing
• Participate in quality assurance activities, such as assisting with new assay and equipment validation and periodic updates to standard operating protocols

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science or Clinical Lab Science
• At least 2 years of relevant experience
• CG(ASCP) certification required

Skills and Abilities

• Responsible worker with productive work habits
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• 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

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• 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%)

Additional Job Details

Remote Type Onsite Work Location: 70 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Employee Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$27.95 - $40.70/Hourly
Grade 6

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.