Cytotechnologist

UTMB Health • Galveston, TX

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About The Position

The Cytotechnologist performs clinical diagnostic studies of cells to recognize and classify malignant and benign inflammatory and irritative conditions. The role prepares and examines specimens, records interpretations and workload, supports clinicians and pathologists, and maintains laboratory quality, supplies, equipment, and safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• No experience required.
• Certification as a Cytotechnologist by an approved accrediting agency.

Nice To Haves

• U.S.-based ASCP Cytotechnologist (CT) certification; international ASCP certification does not meet this preference.

Responsibilities

• Fix, stain, and prepare microscopic slides to preserve specimens and enhance visibility.
• Evaluate cell color, shape, and size to identify abnormalities.
• Examine human cell samples for precancerous changes, cancer, or infections.
• Perform a variety of laboratory procedures.
• Assist hospital clinicians with procurement of material from fine needle aspirations.
• Ensure specimen labeling requirements are met and necessary clinical information is available.
• Respond to inquiries about test results, methodology, and factors that may influence test results.
• Assist with or perform accessioning, processing, and staining of specimens according to the cytology processing manual.
• Record classifications and present unusual characteristics to the pathologist.
• Maintain records of assignments performed in the cytology section.
• Participate in continuing education, quality control procedures, and proficiency testing, documenting participation as required.
• Maintain the laboratory area and equipment, including proper disposal of biohazardous and chemically hazardous materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Record slide interpretation results for each case examined or reviewed.
• Record the total number of slides examined or reviewed in all laboratories during each 24-hour period.
• Record the number of hours spent examining slides in each 24-hour period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level