Cytotechnologist — Diagnostic Microscope Specialist

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Well-being programs

401(k) matching

Education assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Royal Oak, MI is seeking a Cytotechnologist to microscopically examine and diagnose gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides. The role requires CLIA-compliance, ASCP Cytotechnologist credentials (or registry within one year), and state licensure as applicable.

The candidate will maintain specimen integrity, report results in the LIS, and uphold HIPAA confidentiality, with duties performed Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, in a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in clinical lab, physical, or biological science.
• Meet CLIA CFR. 493.1483 requirements.
• Meet ASCP requirements for Cytotechnologist (if not certified prior to employment, must pass ASCP registry within one year of start date).
• Meet state licensure requirements, if applicable.
• Liquid-based cytology training/certification (ThinPrep and/or SurePath), preferred.

Responsibilities

• Microscopically examine and diagnose gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides for infectious, pre-malignant, and malignant disease processes.
• Perform all duties as required by CLIA, including daily documenting of interpretations (total slides screened and hours spent screening).
• Maintain specimen integrity and patient identification of all samples examined.
• Enter and report results into the laboratory information system.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient test results in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Comply with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
• Participate successfully in a CMS approved proficiency-testing program annually, as applicable.

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical lab, physical, or biological science

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Royal Oak, MI is seeking a Cytotechnologist to microscopically examine and diagnose gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides. The role requires CLIA-compliance, ASCP Cytotechnologist credentials (or registry within one year), and state licensure as applicable.

The candidate will maintain specimen integrity, report results in the LIS, and uphold HIPAA confidentiality, with duties performed Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, in a comprehensive benefits