Cytopreparatory Technician II

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Dental & Vision for FT employees 30+ h

Best-in-class well-being programs

Blueprint for Wellness

healthyMINDS mental health program

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

6 Holidays plus 1 MyDay off

FinFit financial coaching

401(k) with company match up to 5%

Employee stock purchase plan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Matching gifts program

Education assistance through MyQuest

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Royal Oak, MI is seeking a Cytopreparatory Technician II to support the Cytology Prep Lab with a Monday to Friday schedule from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

This role requires handling gyn specimens, completing quality controls, and collaborating with the Cytology Prep team to ensure accurate processing and staining of specimens. High school diploma required; state licensure if applicable; two years in anatomic pathology preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
• Current state licensure, if applicable (Required)
• 2 years of Anatomic Pathology experience preferred

Responsibilities

• All responsibilities of Cytopreparatory Technician I.
• Accessions and processes Gyn specimens for microscopic evaluation including accessioning, Thin Prep processing, staining, reagents, and coverslipping.
• Maintain inventories and ensure supplies are ordered; follow safety policies and regulations.
• Complete quality control, safety, and maintenance logs daily.
• Train new Cytopreparatory technicians; handle biohazard waste.
• Collaborate with other departments and clients; ensure proper specimen identification and handling.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Cytopreparatory Technician II - Royal Oak, MI, Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM

Benefits Information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• 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 Account
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

Under general supervision,positionis proficient inallofthe functions required of theCytopreparatoryTechnician I. 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 theCytopreparatoryTechnician I.
• Accessions and processes Gyn specimens for microscopic evaluation. This includes assigning accession numbers, Thin Prep Processing, running thestainers, changing reagents, andcoverslipping.
• Responsible for assuring that all inventories are complete and appropriate supplies are ordered.
• Follows all local, business unit, and corporate safety policies and assures compliance of the Cytology Prep Lab.
• Responsible for the completion of all quality control, safety, and preventative maintenance logson a daily basis.
• Trains new Cyto Prep techs in properCytopreparationtechniques and accessioning procedures.
• 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, colleagues, and clients in problem-solving.
• Able to differentiate acceptable and unacceptable processing and staining of specimens.
• Data entry skills.
• Must have greatattention to details and the ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Preferred Work Experience:

• 2yearsof 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)
• Current state licensure, if applicable (Required)

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