Cytology Laboratory Asst

PATHADVANTAGE PA•Dallas, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accessioner/Processor supports laboratory workflow by accessioning, sorting, processing, and entering data for specimens in a fast-paced environment. The role ensures specimen integrity, accurate patient and procedure information, compliance with laboratory procedures and receiving guidelines, and timely routing of cases to the appropriate laboratory section. The position is in Dallas, Texas, and is scheduled Monday through Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Other duties may be assigned by the Cytology Supervisor, AP Manager, or Medical Director.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to follow laboratory safety practices when working with hazardous materials.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multitasking environment and meet production and quality standards.

Nice To Haves

Laboratory experience.
Interest in science and medicine.

Responsibilities

Receive, sort, and handle gynecologic specimens.
Unpack specimens and route them to the appropriate laboratory section.
Verify that patient specimens match their requisitions and comply with CAP and CLIA receiving guidelines.
Ensure proper storage and testing of specimens.
Enter pertinent patient information and procedure names accurately into the LIS system and print additional labels when needed.
Process cytology specimens in compliance with CLIA and CAP guidelines.
Follow quality control guidelines to maintain specimen integrity and accurate data entry.
Follow laboratory safety practices when working with hazardous materials.
Work in a fast-paced, multitasking environment while meeting production and quality standards set by the Laboratory Medical Director.
Document discrepancies during specimen receipt, such as different patient names or incorrect requisitions.
Generate and organize mid-day and closing lists for special testing specimens.
File cytology slides after final review.
Handle and dispose of medical and chemical waste.
Comply with applicable environmental health and safety policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as requested by the Cytology Supervisor, AP Manager, or Medical Director.