Cytogenetic Technologists
Analyze chromosomes or chromosome segments found in biological specimens, such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, solid tumors, and blood to aid in the study, diagnosis, classification, or treatment of inherited or acquired genetic diseases. Conduct analyses through classical cytogenetic, fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) or array comparative genome hybridization (aCGH) techniques.
16 alternate job titles:
Certified Cytogenetic Technologist
Clinical Cytogeneticist Scientist (CCS)
Cytogenetic Technician
Cytogenetic Technologist
Cytogenetics Clinical Laboratory Specialist (CG CLSp)
Cytogenetics Technical Specialist
Cytogenetics Technologist
Cytologist
Cytotechnician
Flow Cytometry Specialist
Flow Cytometry Technologist
Genetic Technologist
Laboratory Specialist (Lab Specialist)
Laboratory Technologist (Lab Technologist)
Molecular Genetics Technologist
Research Laboratory Specialist (Research Lab Specialist)
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Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Prepare healthcare training materials. | General |
| Train medical providers. | General |
| Prepare biological specimens for laboratory analysis. | General |
| Prepare official health documents or records. | General |
| Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities. | General |
| Determine protocols for medical procedures. | General |
| Collect biological specimens from patients. | General |
| Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care. | General |
| Enter patient or treatment data into computers. | General |
| Test biological specimens to gather information about patient conditions. | General |
| Create advanced digital images of patients using computer imaging systems. | Development |
| Develop healthcare quality and safety procedures. | Development |
| Analyze laboratory specimens to detect abnormalities or other problems. | Analysis |
| Communicate test or assessment results to medical professionals. | Analysis |
| Operate laboratory equipment to analyze medical samples. | Analysis |
| Communicate detailed medical information to patients or family members. | Communication |
| Maintain medical laboratory equipment. | Maintenance |
| Monitor medical facility activities to ensure adherence to standards or regulations. | Maintenance |
| Maintain medical facility records. | Maintenance |
| Supervise technical medical personnel. | Management |
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Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Adobe Illustrator | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| C++ | Object or component oriented development software |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Python | Object or component oriented development software |
| Cell Bioscience Automated Image Capture | Analytical or scientific software |
| Customer relationship management CRM software | Customer relationship management CRM software |
| Digital karyotyping software | Analytical or scientific software |
| Genetix CytoVision | Analytical or scientific software |
| Geniel Genetics iGene | Analytical or scientific software |
| Image analysis software | Analytical or scientific software |
| Image capture software | Analytical or scientific software |
| KARIO | Analytical or scientific software |
| LUCIA MFISH | Analytical or scientific software |
| Lucia CGH | Analytical or scientific software |
| Lucia Comet Assay | Analytical or scientific software |
| Lucia FISH | Analytical or scientific software |
| Lucia Karyo | Analytical or scientific software |
| Lucia Metaphase Finder | Analytical or scientific software |
| MetaSystems Isis Color Karyotyping | Analytical or scientific software |
| Word processing software | Word processing software |
| Genial Genetics Shire | Data base user interface and query software |
| Genial Genetics iPassport QMS | Data base user interface and query software |
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Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotechnologist | American Society for Clinical Pathology | Not Available |
| Technologist in Cytogenetics | American Society for Clinical Pathology | Not Available |
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