Description

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Summary:

• The Cytology Laboratory Assistant promptly and accurately performs accessioning, preparation, staining, mounting, scanning, and special procedures in the Cytology lab. Responsibilities include reviewing incoming samples and requisitions before testing for proper patient identification and checking the acceptability of the samples for the requested tests. The Cytology Laboratory Assistant prepares batches of slides/specimens for review by the cytotechnologist/pathologist/ancillary laboratories, and/or additional tests. On the job training provided given minimal requirement of High School Diploma/GED.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately performs accessioning, preparation, routine staining, mounting, and special procedures on Gyn and Non-Gyn cytology specimens according to standard operating procedures.
• Operates, troubleshoots, and maintains lab instruments and tools used in the lab. Assists in developing or evaluating new technologies or test procedures in the lab.
• Accurately reviews patient samples/requisitions to properly capture all requested tests and evaluates the suitability of the sample.
• Promptly batches slides/specimens for review by the cytotechnologist, pathologists or ancillary laboratories and/or for additional tests.
• Minimizes the need to re-prepare cytology samples and promptly re-preps the samples, when requested.
• Accurately checks worksheets and lists in the lab information system to ensure all pending and completed work is promptly captured.
• Operates and maintains lab equipment.
• Performs weekly/daily checks and documentation of temperatures and stain lots.

Credentials:

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Education Specialization: Equivalent Experience:•On the job training provided•Enrollment in an accredited school of cytotechnology, histotechnology, medical technology/technician program or other previous related laboratory experience.•Prior experience with laboratory information systems.•Prior work experience in a hospital setting.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
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