A Cytogenetic Technologist or Cytotechnologist works in a medical laboratory and uses microscopes to examine cells for signs of abnormalities that could indicate cancerous growth.
Cytopreparatory Technician/Specimen Prep Technician Lincoln Diagnostics
LLC - 3.8
Union, NJ Job Details Full-time $18 - $30 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Centrifugation Personal protective equipment (PPE) use Medical Technologist Incubators Contamination control HIPAA Laboratory experience English High school diploma or GED Clinical laboratory experience Quality assurance in testing Safety equipment Documentation Handling Medical terminology
Full Job Description Job Summary:
Prepare cytology slides fro111 Gynecologic and Non Gynecologic Specimens for Microscopic examination and diagnosis by Cytopathologists and Pathologists. Preform pre-analytical procedures including labeling, preparing aliquots, specimen processing, laboratory ,Waste disposal and decontamination of laboratory areas.
Essential Key Responsibilities:
Accessions Gynecologic, Non Gynecologic, and Molecular specimens for microscopic evaluation by opening, verifying patient identity and sample integrity, labeling and preparation of the manifest. Processing cytology specimens including Liquid Based Pap tests, fme needle aspirations, non-gynecologic smears and 1nonolayers. Pre-Aliquots and/or Aliquots specimens according to established procedures. Grosses and prepares smears, .111onolayer cytospins and cell blocks. Follows established protocols to avoid cross contamination during specin1en handling. Maintains the quality control of the stains, reagents, and instruments for the laboratory. Stains, cover slip, collates and distributes all cases. Distributes cases to Cytotechnologist and/or Pathologist. Performs Quality Control and Quality Assurance on all slides processed based on established procedures. Processes reference test send outs and verifies correctness of order and results. Ensures that all inventories are complete arid appropriate supplies are ordered. Completes all quality control, safety, and preventative maintenance Logs on a daily basis. Disposes and labels biohazard and chemical waste appropriately. Maintains specimen identification and integrity throughout all processes of the department. Performs daily and weekly maintenance and/or log sheets on equipment in laboratory to include changing the stainer, basic cleaning of equipment, and recording, monitoring, and calibrating temperatures. Troubleshoots equipment failures. Answers phones and responds appropriately to client, laboratory staff and Pathologist. Files slides, logs, and reports Disinfects Laboratory work benches and work surfaces. Alerts appropriate laboratory personnel regarding delayed results. Maintains strictest confidentiality. Complies with all State, Federal, professional regulations as well as company and departmental rules, polices, and procedural manuals. Adherence to CAP, CLIA, State Regulations, HIPAA, Safety and OSHA Regulations.
Education/Licensure/Certification:
H.S.
Diploma Experience:
Minimum one year lab experience preferred
Requirements:
• Process up to 500 slides acc11rately in an 8 hour shift. • Accurate and complete QC and QA documentation.
Equipment:
Computers, computer programs, information system(s), scanners, centrifuges, microscopes, distilled water units, laboratory refrigerators/freezers, analyzers, pap slide imager, liquid base pap smear, autoclaves/sterilizers, and protective personal equipment.
Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities:
Knowledge of CLIA regulations regarding proficiency testing, quality assurance and quality control. Knowledge of laboratory policies and procedures, equipment, and testing to monitor control checks. Knowledge of medical terminology desired• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
