What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cytotechnologist position at PARAGON DIAGNOSTICS?
Are you a certified Cytotechnologist? Are you a new graduate that has completed a Cytotechnologist degree/certification? If so, we want to speak with you about exciting opportunities to join our Cytology team as a full-time Cytotechnologist in Durham, NC!
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Screening of all liquid based cytology, both manual and imaged, as well as conventional slides
- Perform microscopic evaluation of cytological specimens following laboratory procedures and workload policies
- Ensure proper documentation of workload recording, including screening and non-screening activities as required by CLIA and laboratory guidelines
- Maintain absolute integrity in the accurate performance and reporting of results
- Meet slide screening requirements as per standard operating procedure
- Finalize testing results into the computer in an accurate and timely manner
- Provide backup for cytology processing and other tasks as needed
- Comply with all safety, infection control and HIPAA policies
- Ability to work independently or within a team
- Highly organized and strong attention to detail
- Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, Cytology or a related science
- Completion of Cytotechnology certified program
- ASCP Cytotechnologist (CT) Certification is required
- NEW GRADS WELCOME! with completion of requirements above
- Must pass slide screening requirements and annual CAP proficiency test
- Demonstrated understanding of Cyto preparation techniques
- Automated and non-automated testing experience is preferred
- Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS)
- Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen
Our U.S. Personal Choice Benefits
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Live your healthiest life
We offer a range of medical, dental and vision plans as well as life insurance and short-/long-term disability coverage. As a U.S. employee, you are automatically enrolled in our No Charge Laboratory Testing program.
Enjoy paid time off
Our hourly team members enjoy competitive time off and paid holiday leave. Our salaried U.S. team members have the flexibility to request time away from work, without the limits of accrued hours or carryover limits.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38.00 - $41.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 48 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38 - $41