Genetics Technician I/II

Cincinnati Children's Hospital

Cincinnati Children's Hospital

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Cincinnati, OH, USA

Posted 6+ months ago

Job Description

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lab Duties - Using laboratory information system (LIS) perform log in and accessioning. Identify requisition and additional paperwork errors and sample inconsistencies. Communicate with appropriate staff when information is needed to successfully accession a test.Perform routine cleaning and maintenance procedures for laboratories. Assist in ordering and maintaining inventory of supplies and their storage. Ensure that work areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment for employees.

  • General Genetic Techniques - Follow established laboratory procedures and policies for all laboratory duties performed.

  • Analysis, Interpretation and Reporting - Demonstrate expertise in chromosome morphology, chromosome analysis, and photography on the Cytovision imaging system.

  • Professional Development - Maintain certification through continuing education. Increase overall genetics knowledge through use of laboratory and hospital Continuing Education programs, presentations, literature and meetings. Provide education to personnel and trainees (fellows and residents) through structured presentations and unstructured interactions while performing tests or resolving technical questions. Teach/train and/or oversee teaching/training of new or less experienced genetic technologists. Participate in establishing personal job requirements and goals; perform duties at the desired level of competency. Contribute information to manager throughout the year on direct reports if assigned. Oversee the day-to-day operation of assigned laboratory sections/test systems. Develop and/or update policies and procedures as needed. Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve in all areas of assigned test section/systems. Participate in research and development. Facilitate meetings and committees. Manage Reporting Personnel. Take responsibility for recruitment, selection, on-boarding, development, training, discipline, termination, evaluation, pay, and/or retention. May maintain and/or create position descriptions and/or performance evaluation criteria and goals.

  • Quality Assurance/Quality Control - Develop and perform routine quality control and quality assurance procedures to assure maintenance of laboratory testing standards.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field

  • 5+ years of work experience in a related job discipline

  • Certification in Cytogenetics from ASCP if working in the cytogenetic laboratory


Market Leading Benefits Including*:

  • Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.

  • Competitive retirement plans

  • Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

  • Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners

  • Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs

  • Referral bonus program for current staff!

  • Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group

  • Physical and mental health wellness programs

  • Relocation assistance available for qualified positions

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type


Primary Location

Location R


Schedule

Full time


Shift

Day (United States of America)


Department

Human Genetics


Employee Status

Regular


FTE

1


Weekly Hours

40


Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability

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