Cytotechnologist

JOB DESCRIPTION
Cytotechnologist provides clinical diagnostic study of cells for the purpose of recognizing and classifying malignant and benign inflammatory and irritative conditions.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualifications:
•    Bachelor’s degree in related field.
•    Certification as a Cytotechnologist by an approved accrediting agency.
•    No experience required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
•    Fixes, stains, and prepares microscopic slides to preserve specimen and enhance visibility.  
•    Evaluates cell color, shape, and size to determine abnormalities.
•    Examines human cell samples to determine the presence of precancerous changes, cancer, or infections.
•    Performs a variety of laboratory procedures.
•    Assists clinicians within the hospital for the procurement of material from fine needle aspirations.
•    Assures specimen labeling requirements are met and all necessary clinical information is available.  
•    Responds to inquiries regarding test results, methodology, and specific factors that can influence test results.
•    Assists with or performs accessioning, processing, and staining of specimens in accordance with the cytology processing manual.
•    Records classification and presents unusual characteristics to the pathologist.
•    Maintains records of assignments performed in cytology section.
•    Participates in continuing education, quality control procedures and documents accordingly; participates in proficiency testing.
•    Maintains laboratory area and equipment and performs including proper disposal of all bio-hazardous materials and chemically hazardous materials.
•    Maintains accurate inventory to complete work, and orders supplies as needed.
•    Adheres to internal controls established for department.
•    Adheres to all safety protocols in each laboratory area.
•    Performs related duties as required.

WORK SCHEDULE: 

Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4 pm.