Cytologist

PathGroup; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

PathGroup is seeking a Cytotechnologist to examine cells on glass slides to detect evidence of diseased conditions and pre-malignant and malignant cells. Daily duties include reviewing gynecological and non-gynecological slides following protocol.

The role requires accurate data recording, QA/QC participation, instrument maintenance, and adherence to privacy, security, and corporate policies while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Examines gynecological and non-gynecological slides daily per protocols.
• Records findings in the computer system.
• Logs daily screening and departmental data.
• Identifies and corrects issues affecting test performance.
• Communicates issues to supervisor or manager.
• Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Contributes to QA/QC documentation and monitoring.
• Meets productivity expectations per department guidelines.
• Follows safety precautions and lab procedures.
• Adheres to privacy, security and data policies.
• Familiar with Corporate Compliance and policies.

Job description

Job Summary The person in this position is a Cytotechnologist who is responsible for examining cells on glass slides to detect evidence of diseased conditions and pre-malignant and malignant cells.

Job Summary The person in this position is a Cytotechnologist who is responsible for examining cells on glass slides to detect evidence of diseased conditions and pre-malignant and malignant cells. Essential Functions

• Examines gynecological and/or non-gynecological slides daily according to department protocols.
• Records findings in computer system.
• Records required data on daily screening and departmental logs.
• Identify and correct problems that may adversely affect test performance or result reporting of patient samples.
• Communicates pertinent section information/issues to supervisor, manager or other appropriate individual.
• Performs instrument maintenance and method troubleshooting.
• Assists in documentation and maintaining effective department QA/QC programs and monitors.
• Must perform within the productivity expectations as set forth by current departmental guidelines.
• Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
• Perform all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry's best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
• Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.