Cytopreparatory Tech - Pathology Lab
Cytopreparatory Tech - Pathology Lab
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About Our Company
Were a physician-led patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.
Our primary multispecialty and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices patients homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical Village Medical at Home Summit Health CityMD and Starling Physicians.
When you join our team you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.
Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @ @ @ @ @ @ or @.
Job Description
Status: Full Time - Benefit Eligible
Schedule: Monday - Friday 7am - 3:30pm with weekends as needed
Essential Job functions:
Accessions gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens for microscopic evaluation by opening verifying patient identity and checking sample integrity; labels specimens properly and aliquots samples as required.
Prepares cytology specimens for analysis according to established procedures for each specimen type including liquid based pap tests (Surepaths) urine fine needle aspirations body fluids and smears (ThinPrep Processing);
Renders gross descriptions of all non-gynecologic specimens; creates cell blocks as deemed fit or requested.
Maintains specimen identification and integrity through all processes.
Distributes cases to Cytotechnologists; creates remakes of cases as requested. Perform daily and weekly maintenance and log sheets on equipment including changing the stainer cleaning of equipment disinfecting surfaces as well as recording monitoring and calibrating temperatures .
Operates all instruments/equipment according to accepted written procedures.
Troubleshoots equipment failures and contacts appropriate technical services as necessary.
Ensures inventory is complete and appropriate supplies are ordered.
Disposes biohazard and chemical waste appropriately.
Performs all other processing tech duties as assigned.
General Job functions:
Accurately collects gyn specimens if necessary and non-GYN cytology specimens in Orchard LIS and or Vital Axis
Routes specimens to appropriate reference lab for processing when applicable.
Evaluates specimens and test orders for acceptability and determines rejections with supervisor according to established protocol.
Operates all instruments/equipment according to accepted written procedures. (BD: Focal Point Multiprocessor SlidePrep; Hologic: Thin Prep; centrifuge and (cytocentrifuge or PrepMate if needed or Cytospin 3 and Cytospin 4)
Properly stores specimens within the lab for future testing as required.
Meets acceptable turnaround time and/or productivity standards for each section rotation.
Ensures that records are accurate complete legible and appropriately filed and stored.
Maintains a clean neat and orderly workplace including general laboratory equipment (copiers faxes printers refrigerators) as well as job specific instruments (Focal Point Multiprocessor SlidePrep Thin Prep centrifuge and (cytocentrifuge or PrepMate if needed)
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the laboratory information system and its applications to all aspects of the job.
Documents all routine and non-routine maintenance according to SOP.
Records equipment temperatures according to SOP.
Files slides.
Answer department telephones; triage calls.
Physical Job Requirements:
Physical job requirements include physical mobility which includes movement from place to place on the job taking distance and speed into account. Endurance is expected with prolonged standing/bending and possibly walking. Physical strength to lift at least 25 lbs for supplies.
Concentration/ intensity which includes prolonged mental effort with limited opportunity for breaks. The position requires multi-tasking organizing and priority setting.
Endurance (e.g. continuous typing prolonged standing/bending walking lifting carrying pushing and pulling) Work requires sitting standing and / or walking for periods of up to eight hours.
Dexterity of hands and fingers
The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds.
Environmental Risks:
Exposure to infectious biohazards blood body fluids.
Exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes.
Sharps and Latex hazards.
Blood-borne Pathogen:
Exposure to infectious hazards blood and other body fluids.
Contact with patient specimens is possible.
Unplanned or unexpected exposure.
Education Certification Computer and Training Requirements:
Associates degree required. Health Sciences degree (AA/AS BA/BS) preferred.
1-2 years experience in a laboratory setting and understanding of laboratory equipment. 2-4 years experience related work experience preferred.
Ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing required.
Moderate-High level Computer skills required.
Standard Office Equipment (Phone Fax Copy Machine Scanner Email/Voice Mail).
Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment.
Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)
Ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing required.
Possible exposure to infectious specimens communicable diseases toxic substances and other conditions common to a laboratory environment.
The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.
About Our Commitment
Total Rewards at VillageMD
Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMDs benefit platform includes Medical Dental Life Disability Vision FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our Companyprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion creed gender/sex sexual orientation gender identity and expression (including transgender status) national origin ancestry citizenship status age disability genetic information marital status pregnancy military status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state and local laws.
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