Cytology Lab Assistant PRN

PathGroup; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

PathGroup is seeking a dedicated Cytology Lab Assistant in Nashville, TN. In this role, you will be responsible for specimen receiving and accessioning, along with processing both gyn and non-gyn samples. Your contributions will support departmental teamwork while ensuring compliance with safety protocols and laboratory standards.

Key responsibilities include data entry, specimen management, and communication with clients. A collaborative attitude and adherence to regulations are essential for success in this position.

Responsibilities

• Receive and clock-in specimens from couriers timely.
• Perform data entry login of patient demographics.
• Document all problem cases appropriately.
• Retrieve and forward specimens to other departments.
• Set up DNA specimens.
• Process NonGyn and Gyn specimens.
• Perform required laboratory maintenance.
• Assign and distribute slides to cytotechnologists.
• Answer departmental phone calls and assist clients.
• Contribute to a positive work climate.
• Exercise all laboratory safety precautions.
• Perform all job responsibilities in alignment with compliance.

Job description

Job Summary The Cytology Lab Assistant, who under the direction of the Cytology Supervisor or Manager, is responsible for specimen receiving and accessioning, gyn and non-gyn processing, receiving and making client calls, and other clerical / lab duties.

Essential Functions

• Receive and clock‑in specimens from couriers timely; verify that specimens recorded on courier logs are received.
• Perform data entry login of patient demographics, clinical information, specimen source, and test(s) orders from specimen requisitions into computer system.
• Document all problem cases appropriately and contact clients/ phlebotomists/ other departments to resolve when appropriate.
• Retrieve and forward specimens to other departments as needed.
• Set up DNA specimens.
• Process NonGyn and Gyn specimens.
• Perform required laboratory maintenance.
• Assign and distribute slides to cytotechnologists and pathologists.
• Answer departmental phone calls and assists clients as needed.
• Contribute to a positive work climate and to the team effort of the department and company.
• Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adheres 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 Privacy and Security policies.