Cytology Lab Aide II — Precise Specimen Processing

UK King's Daughters; Ashland (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

UK King's Daughters on-site Cytology Laboratory is seeking a Cytology Aide II to support specimen processing and slide preparation. The role involves labeling, processing, preparing slides for staining and microscopic evaluation, and assisting cytotechnologists and pathologists in diagnostic workflows.

Qualified candidates will have 60+ semester hours with relevant science coursework and 2–5 years in healthcare settings. The position is full-time, day shift, at the Ashland, KY campus.

Qualifications

• At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, with required science/medical lab courses.
• Experience in healthcare or clinical setting preferred, 2–5 years.

Responsibilities

• Receive, label, and process cytology specimens.
• Prepare slides for staining and evaluation by cytotechnologists/pathologists.
• Maintain specimen integrity and proper handling, storage, and transport.
• Enter and verify patient data in the LIMS.
• Assist with reagent prep, QC checks, and daily workflow.

Skills

Specimen processing

Slide preparation

Lab safety

Documentation

Education

60+ sem hours

Tools

LIS (lab info system)

Job description

UK King's Daughters on-site Cytology Laboratory is seeking a Cytology Aide II to support specimen processing and slide preparation. The role involves labeling, processing, preparing slides for staining and microscopic evaluation, and assisting cytotechnologists and pathologists in diagnostic workflows.

Qualified candidates will have 60+ semester hours with relevant science coursework and 2–5 years in healthcare settings. The position is full-time, day shift, at the Ashland, KY campus.