Cytology Specialist: ROSE & Mikroscan Expert

UK HealthCare; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

UK Healthcare is seeking a Cytology Technical Specialist to serve as a Cytotechnologist/Pathologist extender in the Cytology Laboratory. Duties include accessioning, processing and gross dissection of small core biopsies and to assist ROSE procedures for FNA / Core Biopsy touch preps independently by using the Mikroscan system.

Staining and cover slipping of cytology specimen slides; maintaining supplies in laboratory; disposal of old specimens; adherence to HIPAA and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• BS degree required.
• Experience with ROSE procedures and Mikroscan system preferred.
• Ability to perform high complexity laboratory testing and maintain HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform cytology case accessioning, processing and gross dissection of core biopsies.
• Assist ROSE procedures for FNA/Core Biopsy touch preps using the Mikroscan system.
• Stain and coverslip slides; manage laboratory supplies and dispose of old specimens.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and safety policies.

Skills

ROSE procedures

Mikroscan system

Education

BS

Tools

Mikroscan system

Job description

UK Healthcare is seeking a Cytology Technical Specialist to serve as a Cytotechnologist/Pathologist extender in the Cytology Laboratory. Duties include accessioning, processing and gross dissection of small core biopsies and to assist ROSE procedures for FNA / Core Biopsy touch preps independently by using the Mikroscan system.

Staining and cover slipping of cytology specimen slides; maintaining supplies in laboratory; disposal of old specimens; adherence to HIPAA and compliance standards.