Cytology Preparatory Technician

Description

Women’s Care, founded in 1998, is a leading women’s healthcare group in the United States, dedicated to providing the highest quality of care for women through their reproductive years and beyond. With 100+ locations and over 400 OB/GYNs and specialists across the country, Women’s Care provides comprehensive patient care in obstetrics, gynecology, gynecologic oncology, urogynecology, gynecologic pathology, breast surgery, genetic counseling, maternal fetal medicine, laboratory services, and fertility. 

The Cytology Preparatory Technician is responsible for the preparing microscopic cytology slides for diagnostic purposes within the Cytopathology Department.

• Unpacks specimens from various provider offices and routes specimens by type/insurance to various staging areas
• Receives and accessions Cytology and/or Molecular specimens and determine acceptability
• Rejects specimens that do not meet laboratory acceptability criteria and place in Test Question for reporting
• Knowledge of specific protocols related to Self-Pay/OB Self-Pay/Prompt Pay patients
• Assigns computer generated identification numbers, checks for accuracy, and verifies data entered into Orchard laboratory information system
• Prepares specimens for send-out to various reference labs or couriers as necessary
• Recognizes when information presented on requisitions is unclear or ambiguous and follow corrective actions to be taken.
• Set up, clean, and maintain laboratory work space according to established protocols
• Utilizes appropriate resources to answer inquiries for basic customer related issues
• Understands and follows all company policies and procedures including those relating to safety and quality assurance
• Follows established testing protocols and procedures for Cobas Prime Pre-Analytical System operation
• Follows established testing protocols and procedures for T2000 operation
• Follows established testing protocols and procedures for T5000 autoloader operation
• Follows established testing protocols and procedures for automatic stainer and coverslipper operation
• Follows established testing protocols and procedures for Imaging station operation
• Follows established testing protocols and procedures for reprocessing pap specimens for various limitation factors
• Follows established testing protocols and procedures for the processing of NONGYN specimens
• Follows established testing protocols and procedures to ensure quality patient care
• Recognizes personal limitations and seek guidance from supervisors or managers when needed
• Organizes and distributes prepared cytology slides to Cytotechnologist as needed
• Resolves and documents problem specimens
• Resolves and troubleshoots pending specimen list
• Disposes of biohazardous material appropriately
• Perform additional duties including scan requisitions and/or Cytology QA, adding specimen to the specimen tracking, or other duties as needed

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Meets minimum criteria for education and training as required to perform job duties
• High school Diploma required
• Ability to use a computer and enter data efficiently, including Microsoft office programs
• Knowledge of Orchard laboratory information system preferred
• Knowledge of eClinical Works EMR preferred
• Proficient in data entry and record keeping
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task, self-motivated, reliable, accountable, and conscientious
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must currently be competent and proficient in utilizing each of the instruments as well as processes currently in use within the department

WHY JOIN WOMEN'S CARE? 

We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401k plan 
• An opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives every day!

Women’s Care has grown tremendously through the years and expects to accelerate its growth with plans to expand rapidly into new markets across the U.S. With the commitment of our employees, we remain true to our mission of ‘Improving the Health of Women Every Day.’ At Women’s Care, we CARE about our patients, and we stand by our values.  

 Compassion & Empathy: Treating patients like valued friends and family 

 Accountability: Taking responsibility for our actions and behaviors 

 Respect: Acting respectfully in every interaction 

 Excellence & Quality: Providing the safest, highest quality of care