Part Time Laboratory Assistant- Cytology Processing

Summit Pathology; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Pathology in Loveland, CO, is seeking an evening shift Cytology Processing Lab Assistant to join our fast-paced team. The role focuses on specimen prep, data entry, and cross-training across cytology lab activities.

You will handle test orders, maintain inventory, and collaborate with multiple departments to ensure accurate patient care. Requires a high school diploma; associate degree or lab training preferred. Lift up to 50 lbs, exposure to chemicals, occasional flexibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree in a laboratory field preferred.
• Basic lab knowledge and ability to handle specimens with care.
• Physical ability to sit/stand and lift 25–50 lbs; work near lab chemicals and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Test ordering and accurate data entry in LIS.
• Maintain cytology prep lab inventory and supplies.
• Prepare and process cytology specimens per good lab practice.
• Communicate clearly with team members and other departments.
• Cross-train for all cytology lab assistant activities.
• Interact with departments to optimize patient care.
• Role may include other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Phone etiquette

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in lab science or MLT

60 sem hours with 24 sem hours MLT or science courses

Job description

Location: Summit Pathology, Loveland, CO

Title: Cytology Processing Lab Assistant

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 3:00pm - 8:00pm

Hourly Pay Rate: $20 per hour

Summit Pathology is looking to add an enthusiastic team player to our fast-paced, growing pathology company, as an evening shift Cytology Processing Lab Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Test ordering with accurate order entry of patient data and requested testing in supported LIS
• Clear communication among team members
• Preparation and processing of cytology non-gynecological and gynecological specimens in accordance with good laboratory practice
• Maintaining cytology prep laboratory inventory, supplies and general upkeep
• Contribute as a team member in cross training for all cytology lab assistant activities
• Routinely interacting with all departments at Summit Pathology to optimize patient care
• In addition to the responsibilities described above, the role may include other responsibilities and duties as assigned on occasion, based upon Summit Pathology needs or requirements

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent. An earned or associate degree, in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology obtained from an accredited institution Or, education/training equivalent to the above that includes at least 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution is preferred. This education must include 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses that includes six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination.
• Medium work-exerting >25 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently. Involves frequent standing, walking, sitting, movement, and hand use
• All work will be performed within the laboratory and in close proximity to chemicals, electrical instruments, computers, and other laboratory equipment.

Additional considerations will be given to those with:

• An earned Bachelor of Science degree, with a human anatomy course, obtained from an accredited institution

Qualifications And Skills

• Great attention to detail
• Demonstrates positive customer service
• Practices proper phone etiquette
• Ability to organize work and meet deadlines.

This position will remain open until filled.