Cytotechnologist Specialist

3 weeks ago


Roanoke, Virginia, United States Quest Diagnostics Incorporated Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Cytotechnologist to join our team at Quest Diagnostics Incorporated. As a Cytotechnologist, you will play a critical role in the microscopic examination and interpretation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides for abnormal cellular changes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Examine microscopically and interpret gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides for infectious, reactive/reparative, and abnormal cells.
  • Refer appropriate cases for hierarchical review.
  • Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results.
  • Document interpretation results of each specimen examined or reviewed.
  • Maintain and provide evidence of all required qualifications, including ASCP, state licenses, and liquid-based cytology certification.
  • Comply with all corporate, safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards.
  • Participate successfully in required training and competency assessment.
Requirements
  • Meet CLIA requirements.
  • Meet state licensure requirements, if applicable.
  • Meet ASCP requirements for Cytotechnologist.
  • Liquid-based cytology training/certification (ThinPrep and/or Surepath), preferred.
Physical and Mental Requirements

The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.

Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time. Frequent walking and/or standing. May be required to use a wide variety of manual tools and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.

Knowledge and Skills

N/A

Education and Certifications
  • Current state licensure, if applicable.
  • Liquid-based cytology training/certification (ThinPrep and/or Surepath).
  • Meet ASCP requirements for Cytotechnologist.
  • Meet CLIA requirements.

Quest Diagnostics is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is to recruit, hire and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by state or local law.



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