What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cytogenetic Technologist position at Advocate Aurora?
Major Responsibilities:
Performs moderately and/or highly complex analyses with accuracy and precision, understanding basic and complex principles of methodology
Performs, monitors, and evaluates quality control, applies the principles of quality control when reporting tests.
Identification and resolution of technical problems related to laboratory methodology, instrumentation, and procedures under direction of the Laboratory Manager.
Correlates various clinical laboratory test results, applies these results to clinical conditions and recognizes accepted normal ranges.
Participates in development and education
Maintains adequate inventory of supplies as required by the department.
Education/Experience Required:
Bachelor degree and graduation from a Medical Technology program approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or an equivalent program, in a science related field, or documented equivalent education and training.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Previous experience with laboratory equipment and methodologies (preferably those related to areas of responsibility).
Clinical internship may be equivalent to experience.
Basic computer literacy.
Baccalaureate degree with a combination of minimum of 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Hazardous chemical exposure and contact with infectious biological specimens and sharps are experienced on a daily basis.
Ability to lift (medium-up to 20-50 pound occasionally and/or 10 -25 pounds frequently) and use of keyboard and microscope extensively may be required, dependent upon job and shift assignment.
Fast paced environment with established time constraints.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Salary : $35 - $52
