Cytotechnologist

Lighthouse Lab Services is the leading provider of clinical laboratory personnel. Currently, we are working with an independent laboratory in Monrovia, CA that is looking for a Cytotechnologist to join their team. This is a great leadership opportunity, where you will have the opportunity to facilitate innovation, manage change, and foster teambuilding to provide the highest quality product for our word-class diagnostics laboratory! Are you an experienced Medical Lab Professional? Are you looking to looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Medical Lab Science? If so, we want to speak with you about exciting opportunities to join our team as a Cytotechnologist. In this position you will work in a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment.

Shift Schedule: 7am - 3:30pm OR 8am - 4:30pm

Job Responsibilities:

· Screen and evaluate any gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens sent to the laboratory for the determination of possible malignant or related abnormal conditions

· 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

Job Requirements:

· CT (ASCP Registered)-Normally a B.A./B.S. in Biological Science and meet all licensing requirements w/1-3 years of experience

· Successful completion of an accredited Cytology program

· ASCP Cytotechnologist (CT) Certification is required

· Prior experience working in Cytology is preferred

· ThinPrep certification is a plus

· 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)

· Ability to work independently or within a team

· Highly organized and strong attention to detail

· Strong communication skills; both written and verbal

· Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen

Benefits:
-401K
-Medical, Dental, and Vision
-PTO
-Paid Holidays
About us:
At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 19 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories. It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Lighthouse Lab Services is committed to working and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including persons with disabilities.
If at any time during the application process, you need an accommodation, please contact recruiting@lighthouselabservices.com for assistance.
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