What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cytologist position at Amerilab Diagnostic Center?
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Cytologist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in the analysis of cellular samples to diagnose diseases, particularly in the fields of oncology and pathology. This position requires a strong background in laboratory techniques and data management, as well as a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy in all laboratory processes.
Responsibilities
- Preparing slides by staining samples
- Using microscopes to examine cellular samples
- Evaluating samples while following laboratory protocols
- Calibrating, troubleshooting, checking and maintaining microscopes and other laboratory equipment
- Entering diagnostic information into computer systems
- Ensure smooth workflow with the pathologist for sample result review.
Skills
- Demonstrated organizational skills to ensure the accuracy of records
- Strong observational skills to identify abnormalities in cells that indicate a potential medical condition
- Extensive knowledge of cytotechnology and a willingness to stay updated on scientific advances
- Familiarity with microscopes to quickly and accurately study samples
- Oral and written communication skills to share information with other laboratory technicians and pathologists
- Computer skills to utilize pathology information systems used to record test results and make diagnoses
- Dexterity to safely handle needles and operate laboratory equipment
- Ability to remain stationary for long periods and help move patients during specimen collection
Join us in making a difference through precise diagnostics and innovative research!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $37.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
- Overnight shift
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
- HTL Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $37