Cytotechnologist

Cytotechnologist

Galveston, Texas, United States

Clinical Laboratory

Requisition # 2605332

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Compensation