Cytopreparatory Technician

Axia Women's Health; Upper Providence Township (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Multiple medical plans

Axia-paid life insurance

Counseling services

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Axia Women’s Health is seeking a Cytopreparatory Technician to perform cytology processing, staining, and quality control for gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens.

The role includes specimen preparation, instrument maintenance, and delivery coordination, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Prior cytology lab experience is preferred, as is familiarity with Hologic systems.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in anatomic pathology laboratory preferred.
• Experience operating the Hologic T5000 Processor, ThinPrep Image Processor, and Sakura Stainer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens using the Hologic T5000 Processor, centrifugation, slide staining, and loading/unloading instruments.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment per SOP.
• Deliver prepared specimens to testing personnel.
• File slides and discard expired samples per retention policies.
• Assist management with daily operations, inventory control, and supplies.
• Communicate clearly with medical professionals and work with little supervision.
• Attend staff meetings and training, including continuing education.
• Perform other duties as assigned including data gathering and transport of samples.

Skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Technical aptitude

Follow directions

Data entry

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Hologic T5000 Processor

ThinPrep Image Processor

Sakura Tissue-Tek Stainer

Job description

Axia Women's Health is the nation’s largest community-based, integrated women's health network in the country serving women throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Kentucky. At its core, Axia Women’s Health is a community of over 400 providers across nearly 150 locations committed to providing a more caring, connected, and progressive health care experience for women. Its rapidly growing network spans OB/GYN care, breast health, high-risk pregnancy care, urogynecology care, behavioral health, and fertility. Together, Axia Women's Health puts women first by delivering the personalized care needed for women to lead healthier, happier lives. Axia Women’s Health has been recognized as the #1 Physician Practice for Women’s Health by Castle Connolly and certified as a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years. Learn more at www.axiawh.com .

Cytopreparatory Technician provides professional Anatomic and Clinical laboratory services, with a focus on Gynecologic and Non-Gynecologic Cytology, including the performance of, but not limited to the following: ThinPrep processing, including cytopreparation and staining of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens, quality control, instrument maintenance and validation, testing validation, and all other functions toward the attainment of quality specimen testing within the laboratory. The Cytopreparatory Technician is trained according to CLIA guidelines with the approval of the Medical Director.

Hours for the position are Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm.

Essential Functions

• Prepare specimens for testing by utilization of the Hologic T5000 Processor, centrifugation, slide staining, and loading and unloading of the instruments with the appropriate specimens.
• Perform the required preventative maintenance on all equipment as defined by the standard operating procedure within the scope of his/her duties.
• Manage the delivery of prepared specimens to appropriate testing personnel.
• File slides and specimen containers and discard expired samples according to laboratory retention and disposal policies.
• Assist laboratory management in the daily operations of all tasks as assigned, including inventory control and ordering of Cytology stains, solutions and other required supplies.
• Use independent judgment and knowledge to perform all related tasks.
• Solve problems and handle challenging situations with little or no supervision.
• Process clear written and oral communicative skills, and an aptitude for technical material in order to communicate with medical professionals.
• Perform all tasks according to policy & procedure.
• Attend all staff meetings and training, including continuing education programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned and deemed necessary including assisting in gathering data and possible transport of samples.

Skills

• Possesses clear written and oral communication skills and ability to communicate with medical professionals in a professional and courteous manner.
• Aptitude for technical material and ability to learn the operation of and work with instrumentation.
• Ability to follow directions with assigned tasks and to prioritize those tasks and complete within the established time frames.
• Ability to perform basic computer keyboard data entry.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.

Experience and Education

• High school diploma/GED completion required.
• Previous exposure to the operations of an Anatomic Pathology Laboratory highly preferred.
• Previous experience operating the Hologic T5000 Processor, ThinPrep Image Processor, and Sakura Tissue-Tek Stainer highly preferred.

Pay or shift range

$20/hour to $23/hour

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Full Time Benefits Summary

• Full time benefit-eligibility beginning the first of the month after hire
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO offering with additional time off for volunteering
• Choice of multiple medical insurance plans to best meet your needs
• Access to Axia providers at little to no cost through Axia’s medical insurance
• Axia-paid life insurance, short term and long term disability
• Free counseling for colleagues and family members, including parents and parents-in-law
• Access to discount on Hotels, Theme Parks, Gym Memberships, and more through the Great Works Perks Program
• Additional insurance options including dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, FSA, HSA w/ employer contribution, identity theft, long term care, pet insurance and more!

At Axia Women’s Health, we’re passionate about creating a community where our colleagues and patients feel empowered to be their full, authentic selves. We welcome all individuals – without regards to gender, race, ethnicity, ability, or sexual orientation – and proudly celebrate our individual experiences and differences.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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