Cytology Specialist: Diagnostic Cell Analyst

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-friendly workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, TX is seeking a Cytotechnologist to support diagnostic cellular studies. The role includes selecting appropriate specimen prep steps and may provide initial interpretations under supervision.

Work occurs under the Chief Cytotechnologist with standard lab safety and documentation practices. Qualified candidates will have a biology-related bachelor's degree, completion of an approved cytotechnology program, and ASCP CT certification or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field and completion of an approved cytotechnology program.
• Cytotechnology (CT) ASCP certification registered or eligible for registry.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a microscope and cytology instruments.
• Process all cytology specimen types received.
• Perform special staining.
• Maintain all required documentation.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation including tissue processors.

Skills

Microscope operation

Cytology processing

Special staining

Documentation

Lab instrumentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Cytotechnology program graduate

ASCP CT certification registered or eligible

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, TX is seeking a Cytotechnologist to support diagnostic cellular studies. The role includes selecting appropriate specimen prep steps and may provide initial interpretations under supervision.

Work occurs under the Chief Cytotechnologist with standard lab safety and documentation practices. Qualified candidates will have a biology-related bachelor's degree, completion of an approved cytotechnology program, and ASCP CT certification or