Cytology Prep Assistant

Sonora Quest Laboratories/ Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories/ Laboratory Sciences of Arizona is seeking a Cytology Processor to receive samples and perform processing for high complexity analysis. The role ensures compliance with CLIA ’88 and other regulatory requirements under supervision.

The position requires effective communication, basic computer skills, and the ability to work in a busy clinical laboratory environment with periodic interruptions and multi-tasking.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.
• Good reading, writing and math abilities are required.
• Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.
• Able to perform detailed work; work with frequent interruptions in stressful environment, multi-task, problem solve and memorization.
• Able to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
• Good organizational skills are also required. Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Receives Cytology samples and performs processing for high complexity analysis as defined by CLIA ’88 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision.
• Assists with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary City/State

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name

Work Shift:

Varied

Job Category

Lab

Two Shift Options

• Day Shift 6:00am - 2:30pm
• Night Shift 8:00pm - 4:30am

Position Summary

Receives Cytology samples and performs processing for high complexity analysis as defined by CLIA ‘88 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision. Assists with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). Personnel report to department supervisor. CPP I is proficient in all Primary Tasks and Secondary Standardized Tasks and knowledgeable in Quality, Secondary Non Standardized, Maintenance tasks and Specialty Tasks specific to job area, i.e., Either Order Entry or Gyn Prep. CPP II is proficient in all Primary Tasks and Secondary Standardized Tasks and knowledgeable in Quality, Secondary Non Standardized, Maintenance tasks and Specialty Tasks specific to job areas Order Entry and Gyn Prep.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach and stretch frequently. May be required to use material handling equipment to push/and or pull up to 75 pounds and required to lift, push and/or pull up to 25 pounds. Must use standard precautions due to the threat of exposure to blood and body fluids. Able to perform instrumentation maintenance to include adequate ability to grasp and handle objects. Needs visual acuity and ability to adequately distinguish colors.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Able to communicate effectively and comprehend written and oral instructions.
• Requires significant use of computer, phone and general office equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.
• Good reading, writing and math abilities are required.
• Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.
• Able to perform detailed work; work with frequent interruptions in stressful environment, multi-task, problem solve and memorization.
• Able to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
• Good organizational skills are also required. Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Basic computer skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional related education and/or Cytology experience preferred.

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