Cytology Technical Specialist/UKHC

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 30 days ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Cytology Technical Specialist/UKHC
Requisition Number RE44618
Working Title Cytology Technical Specialist
Department Name H3200:Laboratory Services
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 09
Salary Range $21.00-34.29/hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Standing for long periods of time, working at a computer for extended periods; repetitive hand motions; daily exposure to chemicals, blood, and body fluids.
Shift
Day shift. Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (40hrs/wk).
Job Summary
| UK Healthcare is seeking a Cytology Technical Specialist to serve as a Cytotechnologist/ Pathologist extender in the Cytology Laboratory. Duties include but are not limited to: Performing cytology case accessioning, processing, and gross dissection of small core biopsies and to assist in ROSE procedures for FNA/ Core Biopsy touch preps independently by using the Mikroscan system. Staining and cover slipping of cytology specimen slides; maintaining supplies in laboratory; disposal of old specimens; identification and resolution of labeling/identification discrepancies.
Ensure and maintain the confidentiality of patient information and other business information in accordance with HIPAA and other compliance standards. Comply with established UK Healthcare Values and other established policies, including but not limited to compliance, quality, and safety. Previous ROSE procedures and Mikroscan system preferred. Knowledge of laboratory practices and procedures required. Must meet regulatory requirements to perform high complexity laboratory testing. Must be a team player with excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered)
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Epic Beaker experience desired; grossing skills; medical terminology; typing skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree with at least one year paid experience in a pathology laboratory grossing core biopsies and assisting in performing ROSE procedures independently with the Mikroscan system.
Deadline to Apply 04/01/2024
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