CytoPreparatory Technician - Cytopathology
Job Description
Indiana University Health is Indianas most comprehensive health system with 16 hospitals and more than 34,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. Were looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.
The laboratories of IU Health offer some of the most comprehensive laboratory services in Indiana. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the laboratories perform more than 19 million tests a year. In addition to IU Health laboratory testing services are provided to hospitals and physicians across the country.
Shift: Full-Time Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm
The CytoPreparatory Tech prepares and stains clinical specimens, gynecological, and non-gynecological for microscope evaluation using independent judgment to determine the appropriate processing technique. Maintains accurate and complete records of cytology specimens and laboratory functions and participates in providing instruction to students in cytology processing and record keeping. Participates in the continuous improvement of cytology processing as well as to attend continuing education functions pertaining to cytology processing techniques.
Requirements:
• HS grad or GED Equivalent • Knowledge of various complex and lengthy laboratory techniques and procedures and the ability to use independent judgment in processing cytology specimens • Ability to maintain quality control records and patient results to perform routine maintenance as necessary to use the hospital and laboratory information systems and the ability to prepare reagents, chemicals, and stains • Knowledge of safety regulation and protocols • Ability to assist with special laboratory projects as assigned
Indianas largest and most comprehensive healthcare system and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:
• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses • 401K retirement savings with employer match • Tuition reimbursement • Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met • Employee Assistance Program - Counseling at no cost to you
We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity, and/or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.