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More About This Job
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications /Professional Licenses :
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - ASCP Board of Certification
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Assay, Cell Cultures, Communication, Continuing Learning, Cultural Diversity, Data Management, Laboratory Medicine, Task Organization, Teamwork
Grade
C08-H
Salary Range
$20.57 - $30.84 / Hourly
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Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Benefits
Vision insurancePaid time offEquity / stock options
Additional Information
Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
Position performs routine and/or special assays on blood and other body fluids including bone marrow aspirates and cores, amniotic fluid, chorionic villi samples, and other tissues.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Position is located within the Washington University Clinical Cytogenomics lab, in the Department of Pathology.
Laboratory testing includes but is not limited to chromosome analysis, chromosomal microarray and Fluorescent In-Situ Hybridization (FISH).
Position includes opportunity for advancement to Technologist I and further.
Hands-on training includes recognition and classification of G-banded chromosomes using microscopes and computer-captured images as well as training in specialized computer software designed specifically for chromosome analysis.
Performs routine assays according to laboratory standard operating procedures, including specimen processing, instrument maintenance, cleaning and minor troubleshooting, lab supply inventory and storage; may perform special assays with supervision by a senior medical technologist or supervisor.
May perform cell culture, understands and uses aseptic technique. Prepares reagents used in laboratory procedures.
Assesses quality of samples for processing and cell culture. Recognizes problem situations and participates in problem solving; informs supervisor and lab leadership of unusual situations and requests technical assistance.
May assist with validation of new assays; compiles data for supervisory review; utilizes database, spreadsheet, and word processing programs.
Complies with all regulatory and client requirements for testing and documentation.
Demonstrates a general understanding of assay methods and clinical relevance; participates in relevant continuing education.
Assists supervisor with other duties and special projects as needed.
Working Conditions:
Job Location
Work is performed in a clinical laboratory.
Physical Effort
Requires some physical effort.
Equipment
Requires operation of lab equipment and computers.
Requires the use of personal protective equipment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications /Professional Licenses :
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
No specific work experience is required for this position.