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Aya Healthcare

Cyto Tech

Aya Healthcare, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75201

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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 number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare PTO and paid holidays on-site childcare wage merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork professionalism and a rewarding career! Job Summary

Works under the supervision of the Cytogenetics Manager and Supervisor to provide the highest quality of Cytogenetic testing. Benefits

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing and include: 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 UTSW employee benefits! Experience and Education

Required Education - Bachelor's Degree in Biology Medical Technology other physical or natural science field or Experience 1 year of training or experience in clinical cytogenetic field Licenses and Certifications Certification as Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Cytogenetics by ASCP 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. 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 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 Performs other duties as assigned. Security and EEO Statement

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