Cytology Lab Technician II – Day Shift

University of Rochester; Town of Henrietta (NY); On-site; USD 39,220 - 54,883; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a full-time Cytopreparatory Technician to prepare and evaluate Cytology specimens. This role requires an Associate's degree in Medical Technology or equivalent, along with Clinical Laboratory Technician NYS licensure. Responsibilities include handling GYN and non-GYN specimens, maintaining lab conditions, and ensuring quality assurance. The position offers a competitive salary range from $28.47 to $39.84 per hour and requires 40 hours of work per week in a day shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Clinical Laboratory Technician NYS licensure required upon hire.
• Experience with GYN and non-GYN cytopreparation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Cytology specimens for evaluation and troubleshooting.
• Maintain laboratory conditions in accordance with policies.
• Perform preventive maintenance of instrumentation.

Skills

Cytology specimen preparation

GYN and non-GYN specimen handling

Quality assurance practices

Clinical Laboratory Technician NYS licensure

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Technology

Associate's degree in natural science or clinical laboratory science

Tools

Hologic ThinPrep processors

Automated slide stainer

Automated coverslipper

Job description

The University of Rochester is seeking a full-time Cytopreparatory Technician to prepare and evaluate Cytology specimens. This role requires an Associate's degree in Medical Technology or equivalent, along with Clinical Laboratory Technician NYS licensure. Responsibilities include handling GYN and non-GYN specimens, maintaining lab conditions, and ensuring quality assurance. The position offers a competitive salary range from $28.47 to $39.84 per hour and requires 40 hours of work per week in a day shift pattern.