Cytotechnologist / Cytologist
Job Description
Job Description Job Description Job Description:
Job Title: Cytotechnologist / Cytologist
Location: Fort Worth, TX 76104
Duration: 12 weeks of contract (extendable)
Shift: 08 hrs/ day & 40 hrs./week (08:00 am- 04:30 pm) M-F
Responsibilities:
Microscopically evaluate all types of specimens submitted Recognize abnormalities identified, and render/inform diagnosis to the Cytopathologist for review Enter and/or report results into the laboratory information system, as applicable. Maintain confidentiality of patient test results in accordance with HIPAA regulations. Perform appropriate record keeping procedures such as time spent screening. Maintain specimen integrity and patient identification of all samples examined Trained and assisted new histotechnician employees with embedding and microtomy of Gastroenterology, and Podiatry specimens Processed, embedded, and cut Podiatry specimens to prepare them for H&E, PAS, GMS, and FM Stains Cut Gastroenterology specimens, when needed Properly calibrated and adjusted malfunctioning equipment to ensure precise test results Performed routine and emergency maintenance on laboratory instruments Maintained laboratory records and usage logs
Certification:
ASCP