Cytogenetic Technician at UT Southwestern Medical Center

Dallas, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Biological Specimen Collection, Aseptic Techniques, Cell Culture, Microscopic Analysis, Karyotype Preparation, Photomicroscopy, Image Editing, Cytogenetics Knowledge

Industry

Higher Education

Description

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! 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%25 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, or other physical or natural science field. Experience No experience required. JOB DUTIES Assists in collecting and preparing biological specimens for cytogenetic analysis from various human tissues, such as blood, bone marrow, amniotic fluid, and solid tissue; utilizes aseptic techniques; prepares appropriate containers and instruments; collects media, antibiotics, anti-coagulants, and preservatives. Records specimens in log, including each patient's name, identification number, sex, age, brief clinical history, suspected abnormality, specimen type, etc. Learns to culture cells of various types using appropriate biohazard and/or aseptic techniques. Learns to select appropriate culture media for specific specimens and monitors cell growth. Learns to harvest cell cultures using appropriate techniques, such as mitotic arrestants, cell-releasing agents, cell fixatives, etc. Prepares microscopic slides using banding stain techniques. Learns to analyze chromosome preparations, select cells, count and analyze each under microscope and prepare several karyotypes (i.e., classification or arrangement of chromosomes into standard order). Learns to summarize results of analysis and organize file for final report by director. Learns to operate and maintain photomicroscope, inverted microscope, and standard darkroom equipment. Learns to analyze, photograph, and print appropriate cells from each case. Learns to use semi-automated image editor to prepare karyotypes. Participates in conferences and other educational activities to further knowledge of cytogenetics. 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 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.

Responsibilities

The Cytogenetic Technician assists in collecting and preparing biological specimens for cytogenetic analysis and learns to culture and analyze cells. They also participate in educational activities to enhance their knowledge in cytogenetics.