Cytotechnologist - Cytology Diagnostics & Microscopy

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS seeks a Cytotechnologist to diagnose gynecological and non-gynecological specimens for cellular abnormalities via microscope. The role requires ASCP Cytotechnologist Certification or eligibility and involves correlating clinical information with findings to ensure accurate diagnoses.

Responsibilities include preparing, staining, and examining slides, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with safety practices.

Qualifications

• ASCP Cytotechnologist Certification or eligible.
• Prepare, stain, and examine specimens for cellular abnormalities.
• Diagnose negative slides and refer atypical or positive cases for further evaluation; confer with supervisors.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of samples and analyses.
• Perform and record preventive maintenance and function verification of microscope and other equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, stain, and examine specimens for cellular abnormalities.
• Correlate laboratory findings with clinical information for accurate diagnosis.
• Diagnose slides and refer inconclusive cases for further evaluation.
• Maintain accurate records of samples and analyses to avoid mix-ups.
• Perform preventative maintenance and verify microscope and equipment function.
• Follow safety and infection control practices in daily work.

Skills

Microscopy

Specimen staining

Documentation

Laboratory safety

Education

ASCP Cytotechnologist Certification

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS seeks a Cytotechnologist to diagnose gynecological and non-gynecological specimens for cellular abnormalities via microscope. The role requires ASCP Cytotechnologist Certification or eligibility and involves correlating clinical information with findings to ensure accurate diagnoses.

Responsibilities include preparing, staining, and examining slides, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with safety practices.