Cytotech (Private Pathology Group in Hospital Setting) Stockton, CA
We are looking to hire for the position of Cytotech!
The Cytology Technician, under the direction of the Cytology Department Manager, performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality, utilizing efficient and safe processes. Accessions, describes, and processes cytology specimens.
Our firm provides Human Resources Support to a privately owned Pathology Group in Stockton, CA. Our job is to help our client recruit the right person for this job opening. Therefore, please note: This is NOT a temp agency, this is a direct hire, full-time and permanent position. You will work for the private Pathology Group. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
RESPONSIBILITIES
It is the role of the Cytology Technician to continuously interact with managers, supervisors and designees. The incumbent determines the need to consult with a pathologist, makes technical decisions, troubleshoots and resolves specimen receiving issues. The incumbent must have the basic knowledge of the full scope of general Cytology Technician duties in the laboratory (accessions cytology specimens: enters demographic and billing data, labels and verifies slides, processes non-gynecologic specimens following established procedures, including staining, cover slipping [occasionally by hand if instrument failure], and labeling, organizes slides and requisitions for pick-up, etc). As determined, shares receptionist and clerical coverage, works variable schedules and rotates at other work sites.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
AS, BS, or BA in biological sciences, medical terminology, and/or prior related work experience desirable.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mobility - Frequent operation of a data entry device, repetitive motion, sitting for long periods, walking; occasional standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing; LIFTING-Frequently 25 pounds or less; occasionally 25 to 50 pounds; VISUAL-Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; HEARING/TALKING-Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person; EMOTIONAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL-Frequent decision making and concentration.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Stockton Pathology Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.