Job Line Title:
Clinic Cytogenetic Technologist
Post Date
2/14/2025
Expiration Date
4/15/2025
Details:
The University of Washington (UW) Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology in Seattle has an outstanding opportunity for a Clinic Cytogenetic Technologist role with our UW Medical Center Cytogenetics team (100% FTE, Day Shift, On-Site). *Please note that this position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.*
What You\'ll Do:
Laboratory Skills:
- Master sterile/aseptic techniques.
- Set up cultures of blood, bone marrow, solid tissue, amniotic fluid, and chorionic villi.
- Harvest cultures from cells to be used for cytogenetic analysis.
- Prepare and stain slides to be used for cytogenetic and FISH analysis using all appropriate staining, pretreatment, and post-wash techniques.
Microscopy Skills:
- Analyze and photograph interphase and metaphase cells for FISH and karyotyping.
- Karyotype metaphases.
- Accurately record all case work-up information, including ISCN, on paper and in database prior to faculty sign out.
Quality Assurance:
- Review patient request forms for accuracy of information and determine if previous cytogenetic studies were performed.
- Accurately record performance of equipment used.
- Use and maintain laboratory equipment properly.
- Maintain and implement laboratory safety procedures.
- Maintain and contribute to a safe working environment.
- Assist the supervisor and specialists in preparing for CAP and other inspections.
Training Skills:
- Participate in the orientation and training of new technologists, residents, fellows, and students.
- Review, participate in and present to peers current procedures, advances in technology, continuing education, local meetings and CAP proficiency test results.
Administrative Tasks:
- Advise clinicians, technologists, researchers or clerical staff on proper procedures and containers for sample collection and transport.
- Provide database reports.
- Order supplies.
- Accession cases into laboratory database.
- Evaluate technologies and materials used in the laboratory.
- Troubleshoot problems developed throughout the processing of cases in the laboratory.
- Suggest new ideas for improvements in technical and organizational methods and be able to implement testing of new methods, as directed.
- Advise specialists and supervisor about quantity and quality of chemicals, materials, plasticware and equipment needed to process specimens.
- Advise specialists and supervisor about quality and efficiency improvement. Contribute to efficiency of the laboratory.
- Participate in planning for future developments in the laboratory, including staffing needs, work space, equipment, and workload.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- It will be necessary to work in other departmental locations in order to meet patient service requirements, especially at Harborview Medical Center. In addition, less frequent work effort will be required at other UW School of Medicine locations (e.g., South Lake Union) and Seattle-area healthcare institutions.
- Will be considered essential staff and as such will be required to report to work when scheduled despite inclement weather.
- Must be able to meet with all shifts on a regular basis.
About Us:
A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
Qualifications:
What You'll Need:
- A Bachelor's degree with at least fifteen (15) credit hours in the biological or physical sciences AND two (2) years of progressively responsible work experience in a cytogenetics laboratory.
- Four (4) additional years of related experience may substitute for the education requirement.
- Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Comments:
What We Offer:
- Vacation time and sick time off that accrues monthly, including 12 paid holidays.
- Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, and retirement plan options.
- Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a full-time UW employee.
- State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.
- Lots of free fitness, health eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.
- And much more!
Company:
University of Washington Department of Laboratory Medicine &
Contact:
Rebecca Caulfield
Address:
1959 NE Pacific St
Work Phone:
5126739492
Email:
dlmprecruitment@uw.edu
Website:
https://dlmp.uw.edu/
