Cyto-Specimen Processor OR Cytology-Specimen Processor

Technologist/Technician

I have a Cyto-Specimen Processor position available north of Stony Ridge, Ohio! Details - Full-time - Shift: 3:00am - 11:00am OR 11:30pm - 8:00am - Opportunities for growth - Full, comprehensive benefits package (PTO, health insurance, life insurance, 401k, etc)

Requirements - Bachelor's degree - ASCP certification - Prior lab experience and knowledge

Responsibilities - Accurately handles and accessions cytology specimens and occasionally histology specimens - Follows laboratory procedures for specimen handling - Correctly identifies proper media used for specimen fixation - Accessions, labels and directs specimens through the histology and cytology lab - Accurately enters all patient demographics, test codes and physician information from the requisition into Antrim and CoPath, the laboratory's computer program. - Discards old specimens by date received. - Processes Gynecologic and Non-Gynecologic specimens onto a slide and performs staining according to procedure. - Ensures quality of departmental resources and laboratory services - Understands and follows all safety, infection control, and OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen guidelines. - Participates in departmental safety and quality assurance programs. - Utilizes appropriate supplies with minimal waste. - Promotes excellent service to internal and external customers. - Communicates with laboratory staff and other department staff members to ensure quality patient care. - Maintains and supports a service oriented relationship with staff members. - Ensures compliance with HIPAA requirements by respecting and maintaining the confidentiality of information relative to patients and clients. - Strives to maintain a positive work environment and keeps work area neat and clean.