Cytotechnologist, Temp

NeoGenomics•Ft Myers, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

NeoGenomics has an opening for a Temporary/Travel Cytotechnologist who wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow. This is an onsite for at the Lee Health system and will work a Monday - Friday day shift. As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform. Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory. As a Cytotechnologist you will precisely and accurately perform a variety of routine and specialized Cyotechnology procedures. You will research, troubleshoot, and resolve cytology related inquiries and problems within the laboratory. This position will require the staining, mounting, and initial screening analysis of cells to detect evidence of cancer and other pathological conditions following established standards and practices. Immediate evaluation preparation, staining and initial analysis may also be required.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in the field and complete a one-year internship or complete a long-term training program in a cytology lab
ASCP license in Cytology and current Florida Cytology license required
Basic understanding of laboratory techniques
Possesses appropriate computer skills to accomplish tasks
Ability to communicate effectively
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently
Must be able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards

Nice To Haves

Three years or equivalent experience as a Cytotechnologist preferred

Responsibilities

Receives cytology specimens and ensures proper specimen ID, accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples
Processes paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting
Performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for cytology evaluation by pathologist(s), according to established SOPs
Submits slides with abnormal cell structures to pathologists for further examination
Examines cell samples to detect abnormalities in the color, shape, or size of cellular components and patterns
Provides patient clinical data or microscopic findings to assist pathologists in the preparation of pathology reports
Maintains effective laboratory operations by adhering to standards of specimen collection, preparation, or laboratory safety
Examines specimens using microscopes to evaluate specimen quality
Helps maintain acceptable productivity, TAT and workflow
Reports problems concerning individual cases, tests, equipment, and supplies to the department supervisor or lead technologist to ensure timely resolution