Cytogenetic Technologist

**Main Duties**: To include, but not be restricted to, the following duties: 1. To carry out any technical/administrative duties required in the Prenatal, Postnatal laboratories and/or analysis section under the direction of the department managers. 2. To be responsible for the organisation and performance of clinical laboratory tests within target deadlines as determined by HSL/TDL Genetics, ensuring that all procedures meet the required standards and processing all assigned work within the established guidelines.

3. If required, to train in cytogenetic analysis as and when this meets the needs of the company. 4. To take part in Joint Annual Reviews, to attend laboratory meetings, and participate in departmental audits as required.

To take part in training sessions and mandatory training as required. 6. To be responsible for the organisation and performance of clinical laboratory tests within target deadlines as determined by HSL/TDL Genetics. 7.

To undertake work in a careful and efficient way and in compliance with UKAS/ISO: 15189 guidelines. To ensure that all procedures followed meet necessary standards (in particular UKAS/ISO: 15189 requirements and the guidelines of the Quality Management Group) and participate in the creation of new procedures as necessary. 8. To contribute in ensuring continuing adequate maintenance, repair and safety of all departmental equipment.

**9. To be aware of those laboratory procedures that include**: Maintenance and implementation of departmental policies and procedures for safe and efficient working. Good housekeeping and technical working practices. Appropriate maintenance of the relevant departmental stock control system and organisation of stock rotation 10.

To protect the health and safety of departmental staff and ensure compliance with the Company safety policy and legal requirements under the guidance of the Health & Safety staff. To behave in a professional manner and cooperate with all other members of staff at all times. 11. To be familiar with the laboratory IT system as appropriate for the discharge of your duties.

12. To adhere to and actively promote the Sonic/HSL/TDL Core Values. v Commit to service excellence. Willingly to serve all those with whom we deal; with unsurpassed excellence.

v Treat others with respect and honesty. To grow a workplace where trust, team spirit, and equity are an integral part of everything we do. v Demonstrate responsibility and accountability. To set an example, to take ownership of each situation to the best of our ability, and to seek help when needed.

v Be enthusiastic about continuous improvement. To never be complacent, to recognise limitations and opportunities for ourselves and processes; and learn through these. v Maintain confidentiality. To keep all information pertaining to patients, as well as professional and commercial issues, in strict confidence.

13. To communicate in a friendly, helpful and non-prejudicial manner in your dealings with staff, clients and / or customers as you will be regarded as a representative of your department as well as the Company, and you should behave accordingly. Matters regarding patients are confidential and must not be discussed except in the course of your duties. You will be expected to sign an undertaking to observe all patient and Company confidentiality.

14. To be aware of and abide by the rules and codes of conduct of the Company. To behave in a professional manner and co-operate with all other members of staff at all times. 15.

To maintain the highest standards of quality within the department at all times. 16. To undertake other duties as specified by the HSL/TDL Genetics Laboratory and/or analysis management team.