Cytotechnologist - PRN Per Diem

Labcorp•Lakewood, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a PRN/Per Diem Cytotechnologist to join our team in Lakewood, CO. This is a casual, PRN/Per Diem position with flexible hours and days, up to 24 hours/week. At Labcorp, we have a passion for helping people live happy and healthy lives by providing vital information that helps clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step! Labcorp is a leading global life sciences company that provides vital information to help doctors, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, researchers, and patients make clear and confident decisions. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations to improve health and improve lives. Here, you can join our nearly 70,000 employees, serving clients in more than 100 countries, as we work together to transform approaches to patient care.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
Completion of an accredited Cytology program
ASCP Cytotechnologist (CT) Certification
ThinPrep certification
Able to pass slide screening requirements and annual CAP proficiency test
Ability to work independently or within a team
Highly organized and strong attention to detail
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

Nice To Haves

Current or prior Labcorp experience
1 year ore more of prior experience working in Cytology
Demonstrated understanding of Cyto preparation techniques
Automated and non-automated testing experience
Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS)

Responsibilities

Screen and evaluate any gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens sent to the laboratory for the determination of possible malignant or related abnormal conditions
Screening of all liquid based cytology, both manual and imaged, as well as conventional slides
Perform microscopic evaluation of cytological specimens following laboratory procedures and policies
Ensure proper documentation of workload recording, including screening and non-screening activities as required by CLIA and laboratory guidelines
Maintain absolute integrity in the accurate performance and reporting of results
Meet slide screening requirements as per standard operating procedure
Finalize testing results into the computer in an accurate and timely manner
Provide backup for cytology processing and other tasks as needed
Comply with all safety, infection control and HIPAA policies