Cytology Specimen Processor

The Pathology Group of Louisiana is seeking a highly skilled Cytology Prep Technician to join our team. As a Cytology Prep Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the highest quality cytology specimens are prepared for pathologist review.

• Cytology Preparation:
  • Assist with verifying, grossing, processing, labeling, and staining cytology specimens to ensure accuracy and compliance with laboratory guidelines.
  • Log specimens and maintain accurate records on cytology logs.
  • Assign proper case type and protocol, update slide and cassette inventory in computer systems.
  • Store and/or discard cytology specimens at end of day.
  • Stain and label all cytology slides received or produced according to current guidelines.
• End-of-Day Procedures - Cytology and Grossing Area:
  • Stain and properly label all cytology slides.
  • Place all cellblocks in formalin to be loaded onto the processor with small tissues.
  • Store residual specimens and clean cytology area and/or grossing bay at end of day.
• Miscellaneous Tasks:
  • Assist in other areas of histology as training and competency are achieved (embedding, staining, tagging slides, filing blocks, logging in received supplies).
  • Perform other duties assigned by the histology manager(s) or lead technician.

• Bachelor of Science Degree preferred; Associate of science degree with CLIA regulations satisfied.
• Some medical lab experience.
• Meet CLIA requirements (transcript approval required by Compliance).

• Work with various chemicals and reagents as outlined in MSDS manuals.
• Work in a well-lighted, cool room.
• Machines, Tools, Equipment, and Service Aides: Please list those used..
• Use office equipment including a copier, fax machine, printer, and computer.
• Use lab equipment including microtomes, cryostats, stainers, processors.

$45,000 - $60,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.