Job Description
Cytopreparatory Technician II - Royal Oak, MI, Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Under general supervision,positionis proficient inall ofthe functions required of theCytopreparatoryTechnicianI. They are directly responsible for decision making, interacting and reporting to the Cytology Prep Team Leader/Supervisor and/or Manager.
Benefits information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities
and so much more!
Responsibilities:
All job accountabilities and duties required of theCytopreparatoryTechnician I.
Accessions and processes Gyn specimens for microscopic evaluation. This includes assigning accession numbers, Thin Prep Processing, running thestainers, changing reagents, andcoverslipping.
Responsible for assuring that all inventories are complete and appropriate supplies are ordered.
Follows all local, business unit, and corporate safety policies and assures compliance of the Cytology Prep Lab.
Responsible for the completion of all quality control, safety, and preventative maintenance logson a daily basis.
Trains new Cyto Prep techs in properCytopreparationtechniques and accessioning procedures.
Disposes and labels biohazard waste appropriately.
Minimal Problem-solving.
Maintains specimen identification and integrity throughout all processes of the department.
Must begin and complete all assignments with minimal supervision.
Must be able to collaborate with other departments, colleagues, and clients in problem-solving.
Able to differentiate acceptable and unacceptable processing and staining of specimens.
Data entry skills.
Must have greatattention to details and the ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required WorkExperience:
N/A
Preferred Work Experience:
2yearsof Anatomic Pathology experience preferred.
Anatomic Pathology experience is desirable but not required.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Handling of specimens and supplies.
Large amounts of standing, sitting, bending, twisting, and reaching. Lifts and carries objects up to 30 lbs.
Work in a chemical environment.
Risk of exposure to infectious materials and the possibility of injury due to chemicals.
Knowledge:
N/A
Skills:
N/A
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