Cytology Technologist

Provincial Health Services Authority; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Provincial Health Services Authority is seeking a Cytology Lab Technician to perform routine, special and developmental duties in the Cytology area, including screening smears, processing specimens, and maintaining records and equipment in accordance with standards. CSMLS certification and one year of related experience are required.

You will contribute to quality improvement initiatives, assist with new procedures, and participate in staff training in a busy lab environment in New Westminster,

Qualifications

• CSMLS certification required.
• One year of recent related experience.
• Demonstrated technical competence.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Accession, prepare and process cytology specimens for analysis or transport.
• Screen cytology smears.
• Maintain records and equipment per standards.
• Participate in Quality Improvement programs.
• Assist in evaluating new products and procedures.
• Assist in training of students and staff.

Skills

Technical competence

Organize workload

Team communication

Written communication

Operate equipment

Physical ability

Education

CSMLS Certification

Job description

Job Summary

Performs all routine, special and developmental duties related to the Cytology area; screens cytology smears; maintains relevant records and equipment in accordance with established standards and procedures.

Duties/Accountabilities

• Accessions, prepares and processes cytology specimens for analysis and/or transport according to established procedures.
• Screens cytology smears.
• Performs computer and/or manual clerical duties as required; participates in implementation of the computer system as required.
• Assists with the development, implementation and evaluation of the Quality Improvement Program and related activities, including the review and completion of case histories; follows up on clinical outcome in accordance with established standards and procedures.
• Participates in the evaluation of new products and instrumentation; assists in the development and implementation of new procedures.
• Assists the Team Leader in the development and revision of method and procedure manuals.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area according to established policies and procedures; cleans and maintains equipment and assists with inventory control.
• Communicates test results to designated parties and handles enquiries from other health team members.
• Participates in the training and orientation of students and staff in the section.
• Maintains awareness of relevant advances and changes in current trends regarding instrumentation, methodology and technical knowledge and expertise.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education, Training & Experience

Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) Certified. One (1) years' recent, related experience.

Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated technical competence.

Ability to organize and priortize workload.

Ability to deal effectively with others.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to operate related equipment.

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.