Cytology Prep Technician Lead
About The Position
The Cytology Prep Technician Lead performs all duties of a Cytoprep Technician and provides general supervision to Cytoprep technicians. The role prioritizes daily workload and is responsible for daily quality control and supply inventory. The lead handles unusual specimens or requests by resolving them or referring them appropriately, and assists technicians with selecting specimen preparation techniques and resolving problems. The position is based in Las Vegas, Nevada, is full-time, benefit-eligible, and scheduled for 40 hours per week on the first shift. The role includes routine access to protected health information; employees must maintain strict confidentiality and access PHI only as needed to perform their duties.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- At least one year of cytology processing experience required.
- Basic computer skills, fine motor skills, and ability to read and interpret basic technical procedures.
- Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to operate general laboratory equipment, including telephones, computers, automated analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, manual and automated pipettes, and audible alarms.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment proficiency screening exam and visual color discrimination test.
- Successful completion of annual continuing education units in accordance with state licensure and/or ASCP guidelines.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of cytology processing experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform all duties described for a Cytoprep Technician in the Cytology Preparatory Department.
- Provide general supervision of Cytoprep technicians.
- Prioritize the daily workload.
- Assume responsibility for daily quality control and supply inventory.
- Resolve unusual specimen or request issues, or refer them appropriately.
- Assist Cytoprep technicians in selecting appropriate specimen preparation techniques and resolving problems.
- Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.
- Maintain confidentiality of protected health information and access it only when required to fulfill job duties.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Free laboratory services for the employee and dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
