What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Assistant-Cytology Processing Team Lead position at Summit Pathology Laboratories, Inc.?
Location: Summit Pathology Laboratories, Loveland, CO
Title: Cytology Processing Lab Assistant-Team Lead
Hourly Pay Rate: $23-$26 per hour
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 10:00am to 6:30pm
Summit Pathology Laboratories is looking to add an enthusiastic team player to our fast-paced, growing pathology company, as a Cytology Processing Lab Assistant-Team Lead.
As a Cytology Processing Lab Assistant Team Lead, you will be responsible for assisting our Director of Cytology and Molecular Testing with day to day operations of the Cytology Laboratory and supervision of of the technical and support staff to assure timely and high quality processing of cytology specimens.
- Test ordering with accurate order entry of patient data and requested testing in supported LIS
- Clear communication among team members
- Preparation and processing of cytology non-gynecological and gynecological specimens in accordance with good laboratory practice
- Maintaining cytology prep laboratory inventory, supplies and general upkeep
- Training for all cytology lab assistant tasks
- Routinely interacting with all departments at Summit Pathology to optimize patient care
- Assist with staff scheduling and coverage
- Troubleshoot various issues with lab instruments and technology
- Assist in maintaining standard operating procedures in a current procedure manual
- Assist in employee performance reviews
- Assist in hiring for Cytology Laboratory staff
- Assist with appropriate quality assurance documentation
- In addition to the responsibilities described above, the role may include other responsibilities and duties as assigned on occasion, based upon Summit Pathology needs or requirements.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent. An earned or associate degree, in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology obtained from an accredited institution Or, education/training equivalent to the above that includes at least 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution is preferred. This education must include 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses that includes six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination.
- 1-2 years of related laboratory experienced.
- Medium work-exerting >25 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently. Involves frequent standing, walking, sitting, movement, and hand use.
- All work will be performed within the laboratory and in close proximity to chemicals, electrical instruments, computers, and other laboratory equipment.
Additional considerations will be given to those with:
- An earned Bachelor of Science degree, with a human anatomy course, obtained from an accredited institution.
- Previous experience in a leadership role.
Qualifications and Skills
- Great attention to detail.
- Demonstrates positive customer service.
- Practices proper phone etiquette.
- Ability to organize work and meet deadlines.
Benefits for a full time employee are as follows:
- Five (5) Medical Insurance options by Cigna
- Four (4) Dental Insurance options by Cigna of Alpha
- Vision Insurance by Cigna
- Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
- 401K by Ascensus
- Benefit offerings by ID Shield - Identity Theft Protection, Legal Shield - Legal Protection, TeleHealth
This position will remain open until filled.
Salary : $23 - $26
