Cytotechnologist

· Support the hospital’s mission through customer-focused service. Sensitive to the needs, feelings and capabilities of others. Approach others in a non-threatening and pleasant manner, treat everyone with respect, and fulfill commitments.

· Respond to inquiries from customers regarding all aspects of laboratory services including but not limited to specimen requirements, turnaround times, and reporting protocols.

· Prioritize and organize cytology specimens to facilitate efficient workflow.

· Stock supplies on a regular basis ensuring all needed materials are available.

· Complete basic laboratory ordering, testing, and reporting operations.

· Recognize problem areas and take appropriate corrective action or notify appropriate leadership personnel.

· Perform daily temperature and function checks for assigned areas. Document all checks appropriately and take appropriate corrective action if any are outside acceptable limits.

· Use personal protective equipment in accordance with hospital and laboratory policies.

· Screen and enter results for gynecologic, non-gynecologic, and fine needle aspiration slides.

· Assist with collection and provide rapid assessments for fine needle aspirations including EBUS procedures, core biopsies with touch preparations, renal biopsies, and preparation of bone marrow biopsies.

· Process various specimen types including, but not limited to, body fluids, pap smears, cell blocks, and FNA specimens.

· Monitor and track daily screening workload.

· Adjust and maintain microscopes.

· Perform QC slide screening and documentation.

· Follow CAP or other regulatory body requirements in the completion of duties and assignments

· Other duties as assigned.