About the Role

Seeking a full time Cytotechnologist / CT ASCP Certified candidate to join a great team in NJ!

Cytotechnologist

Job Summary: Laboratory specializes and performs Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) with a larger menu of testing available in the field of infectious disease. Our main theme of research is in the field of Gynecology, Infectious Diseases, Infectious Arthritis, Tick-borne Diseases, Mycology, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS).

The Cytotechnologist performs specialized and complex testing that involves microscopic screening and evaluation of gynecological and non-gynecological specimens; provides interpretations to the Supervisory cytotechnologist and pathologists.

Essential Functions:

• Performs thorough and accurate microscopic evaluation of cellular samples using recognized criteria to make cytological interpretations.
• Correlates findings with supervisory cytotechnologist and pathologists.
• Accurately records all appropriate specimen and results data.
• Performs fine need aspirations to prepare biopsies and assess cellular adequacy.
• Assures individual specimen turnaround times are consistent with overall laboratory expectations.
• Assures cytological activities and equipment are used and maintained safely and in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Appropriate established laboratory techniques are used in the preparation of quality slides from cytological samples.
• Performs other similar or related duties as required or assigned.
• Assures activities are conducted in a safe manner and materials are handled according to safety guidelines.
• Assures customer privacy is maintained at all times.
• Participates as a team member and is accountable for own work responsibilities.
• Assures information is delivered in a manner that is supportive, timely and understandable.
• Initiative is demonstrated to proactively diagnose and resolve problems.
• Productive work habits are consistently displayed.
• Accuracy and quality are maintained for all activities.

Job Qualifications:

• ASCP Board Certification
• Experience with Thin-Prep Imaging System; Review Scope a plus

Workplace Conditions: Workplace Environment Conditions

• Laboratory setting
• Use of personal protective equipment may be necessary
• May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor s degree in related science

• 0-2+ years related experience

Job Details

• Location: New Jersey, United States
• Salary: – US Dollar . USD Annual