Careers / Cytogenetic Technologists
Cytogenetic Technologists — Career Decision Dashboard
United States
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Report generated from official BLS OEWS and O*NET data — United States.
Median annual wage
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Employment
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Typical education
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Job Zone 4
Skills identified
35
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Career overview
Analyze chromosomes or chromosome segments found in biological specimens, such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, solid tumors, and blood to aid in the study, diagnosis, classification, or treatment of inherited or acquired genetic diseases. Conduct analyses through classical cytogenetic, fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) or array comparative genome hybridization (aCGH) techniques.
- O*NET code
- 29-2011.01
- Job zone
- 4
- Experience required
- None
Typical tasks
- Evaluate appropriateness of received specimens for requested tests.
- Arrange and attach chromosomes in numbered pairs on karyotype charts, using standard genetics laboratory practices and nomenclature, to identify normal or abnormal chromosomes.
- Analyze chromosomes found in biological specimens to aid diagnoses and treatments for genetic diseases such as congenital disabilities, fertility problems, and hematological disorders.
- Prepare biological specimens such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, tumors, chorionic villi, and blood, for chromosome examinations.
- Harvest cell cultures using substances such as mitotic arrestants, cell releasing agents, and cell fixatives.
- Examine chromosomes found in biological specimens to detect abnormalities.
- Prepare slides of cell cultures following standard procedures.
- Input details of specimen processing, analysis, and technical issues into logs or laboratory information systems (LIS).
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Most important skills
- Reading Comprehension4.0
- Critical Thinking3.9
- Speaking3.8
- Active Listening3.8
- Writing3.6
- Science3.5
- Judgment and Decision Making3.4
- Monitoring3.3
- Active Learning3.3
- Complex Problem Solving3.3
- Time Management3.0
- Systems Analysis3.0
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Skills listed are those O*NET rates at importance 3.0 or above for this occupation. Set your own level on the same 0–7 O*NET scale.
Skill coverage
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0 of 12 identified skills
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Missing
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Skills to develop
| Skill | Importance | Required level | Your level | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | 5.0 | Not selected | 5.0 |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | 4.0 | Not selected | 4.0 |
| Speaking | 3.8 | 4.0 | Not selected | 4.0 |
| Active Listening | 3.8 | 3.9 | Not selected | 3.9 |
| Writing | 3.6 | 4.0 | Not selected | 4.0 |
| Science | 3.5 | 3.9 | Not selected | 3.9 |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.4 | 3.5 | Not selected | 3.5 |
| Monitoring | 3.3 | 3.6 | Not selected | 3.6 |
| Active Learning | 3.3 | 3.4 | Not selected | 3.4 |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.3 | 3.3 | Not selected | 3.3 |
| Time Management | 3.0 | 3.0 | Not selected | 3.0 |
| Systems Analysis | 3.0 | 2.9 | Not selected | 2.9 |
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