Cytotechnologist

Saint Peter's Healthcare System•New Brunswick, NJ

About The Position

The Cytotechnologist works in the surgical laboratory, receiving and preparing specimens for technical and diagnostic procedures. The role includes processing non-gynecological specimens to maximize the cellular component deposited on glass slides, interpreting slides, and assisting physicians with sample collection procedures at the patient bedside. The Cytotechnologist also prepares and maintains reagents, matches slides with their corresponding requisition forms, and answers department telephones to relay results and information about test procedures.

Requirements

Associate degree in science or biology and one year in an approved program of training or experience, or equivalent.
Meet CLIA requirements for a Cytotechnologist.

Responsibilities

Receive and prepare specimens for technical and diagnostic procedures.
Work with stains and mount and label slides, matching them exactly with corresponding requisition forms.
Process non-gynecological specimens so that the maximum cellular component is deposited on glass slides.
Assist physicians in obtaining and evaluating sample collection procedures performed at the patient bedside.
Perform slide interpretation.
Prepare and maintain reagents necessary to carry out duties.
Answer department telephones and relay results and other information related to test procedures.