Cytogenetic Tech-Assoc

Under direct supervision, coordinates and participates in specialized and complex technical tasks involved in screening slides of clinical specimens to detect evidence of cancer or other pathological conditions. ### Responsibilities - Prepares tissue culture specimens using cytogenetics culturing and harvesting procedures. - Performs slide preparation and staining for microscopic analysis using routine banding techniques. - Selects banding technique, and stains slide to make chromosomes visible under microscope, following standard laboratory procedures. - Performs routine chromosome analysis and FISH techniques. - Maintains detailed QA/QC documentation of specimens and reagents. - Participates in and performs process improvement validation studies. - Performs all other duties as assigned. ### Qualifications - Experience in preparing and processing tissue culture specimens using cytogenetics culturing and harvesting procedures. - Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment and conduct assessments to record the lab equipment's performance. - Demonstrates excellent sterile techniques. - Ability to operate in a fast paced environment with established time constraints. - Ability to communicate complex Genetics concepts. - Ability to routinely safeguard and handle irretrievable specimen types. - Strong verbal and written communication skills. Education: - Bachelors degree in Cytogenetics from a program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), or a Bachelors degree in the biological, chemical and/or medical sciences is required. Experience: - One (1) year experience in a clinical cytogenetics laboratory is preferred. Additional Licenses/Certifications: - Certified or eligible to take the Clinical Cytogenetics Board of Certification exam given by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). *This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.* ### About the Company **Benefits Overview** UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits. **Medical** - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates. **Dental** - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist. **Vision** - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. **Disability** - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working. **FSAs** - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses. **Retirement** - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality r…