Cytology Prep Tech
On-sitePapago, Arizona, United States
Papago, Arizona, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeAssociates DegreeMedium
Full TimeAssociates DegreeMedium
Job Summary
Receive Cytology samples and perform processing for high-complexity analysis as defined by CLIA '88 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision. Execute all aspects of non-gyn specimen preparation while assisting the department with compliance for accrediting agencies like CLIA, JCAHO, CAP, and OSHA. Perform essential functions of a Testing Level II employee, including instrumentation maintenance and adhering to standard precautions for blood and body fluid exposure. Work evening shifts in Tempe, Arizona, reporting directly to a department supervisor.
Required Qualifications
- High School graduate or equivalent
- Successfully completed military training of 50 or more weeks and served as a medical laboratory specialist
- Associate's degree in any field with 20 hours of chemistry and/or biological sciences credits
- 20 hours of chemistry and/or biological sciences credit with three (3) year's working in a clinical laboratory
- Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach and stretch frequently
- May be required to use material handling equipment to push/and or pull up to 75 pounds
- Required to lift, push and/or pull up to 25 pounds
- Must use standard precautions due to the threat of exposure to blood and body fluids
- Able to communicate effectively and comprehend written and oral instructions
- Requires significant use of computer, phone and general office equipment
- Able to perform instrumentation maintenance to include adequate ability to grasp and handle objects
- Needs visual acuity and ability to adequately distinguish colors
- Demonstrates highly developed interpersonal skills
- Proficient in basic computer skills
- Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skill
- High level of self-motivation
- Must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility
- Good reading, writing and math abilities
- Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension
- Able to perform detailed work and to work with frequent interruptions in a stressful environment
- Able to multi-task, problem solve and memorize
- Able to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly
- Good organizational skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, or related field
- Applicable laboratory experience
- Additional related education and/or experience
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