Cytopreparatory Technician I

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Maryland; On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Best-in-class well-being programs

Blueprint for Wellness®

healthyMINDS

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

6 Holidays plus 1 MyDay off

FinFit financial coaching and services

401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with up

Employee stock purchase plan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Annual incentive plans

Matching gifts program

Education assistance through MyQuest

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Cytopreparatory Technician I for the West Hills, CA location. This role operates on a Monday to Friday night shift, with a pay range of $18.90–$20.70 per hour and potential shift differentials of up to 15% for some hours.

Responsibilities include accessioning gyn specimens, processing Thin Prep, safety compliance, and collaboration across departments. The position requires a High School Diploma or Equivalent and current state licensure where applicable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Current state licensure is required where applicable.

Responsibilities

• All job accountabilities and duties required of the Assistant Cytopreparatory Technician.
• Accessions and processes Gyn specimens for microscopic evaluation. This includes assigning accession numbers, and Thin Prep Processing.
• Follows all local, Business Unit, and corporate safety policies and assures compliance of the Cytology Prep Lab.
• Disposes and labels biohazard waste appropriately.
• Minimal Problem solving.
• Maintains specimen identification and integrity throughout all processes of the department.
• Must begin and complete all assignments with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to collaborate with other departments and colleagues for problem-solving.
• Must have great attention to details and the ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Cytopreparatory Technician I - West Hills, CA, Monday to Friday, 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM

Job Description

Pay range: $18.90 - $20.70 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

Under general supervision, the position is proficient in all of the functions required of the Assistant Cytopreparatory Technician. They are directly responsible for decision making, interacting, and reporting to the Cytology Prep Team Leader/Supervisor and/or Manager.

Responsibilities

• All job accountabilities and duties required of the Assistant Cytopreparatory Technician.
• Accessions and processes Gyn specimens for microscopic evaluation. This includes assigning accession numbers, and Thin Prep Processing.
• Follows all local, Business Unit, and corporate safety policies and assures compliance of the Cytology Prep Lab.
• Disposes and labels biohazard waste appropriately.
• Minimal Problem solving.
• Maintains specimen identification and integrity throughout all processes of the department.
• Must begin and complete all assignments with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to collaborate with other departments and colleagues for problem-solving.
• Must have great attention to details and the ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Preferred Work Experience

• 1 year of Anatomic Pathology experience preferred.
• Anatomic Pathology experience is desirable but not required.

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Handling of specimens and supplies.
• Large amounts of standing, sitting, bending, twisting, and reaching. Lifts and carries objects up to 30 lbs.
• Work in a chemical environment.
• Risk of exposure to infectious materials and the possibility of injury due to chemicals.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

• Current state licensure, if applicable (Required)

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the following laws if applicable, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

Quest believes that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to the following job duties: accessing company property, information, assets, and products including sensitive information; accessing customer data or confidential information, and partnering and regularly working with or supervising other Quest employees and interacting with Quest customers.

About The Team

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.