Cytotechnologist
Core
Performs cytologic evaluation on cell samples to detect cancer, infectious diseases, and cellular abnormalities, providing accurate test results to physicians.
Role type
Cytotechnologist
Builds
Diagnostic test results for GYN and Non-GYN specimens
Domain
Clinical Laboratory / Pathology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Microscopic cell evaluation, Benign/premalignant/malignant condition interpretation, Inflammatory change analysis, Hormonal pathology assessment, Microorganism identification, Preliminary differential diagnosis, Final diagnosis on negative GYN specimens, Workload prioritization, Specimen preparation, Telepathology communication, CAP inspection assistance, Fine needle biopsy assistance
Preferred skills
ASCP/IAC/ASMT/NCA certification, Annual proficiency exam passing
Technologies
Laboratory Information Systems, Word processing, Spreadsheets, E-mail
Responsibilities
Evaluate prepared anatomic specimens for pathological conditions; Determine if cellular changes necessitate pathologist referral; Select and mark representative cells; Provide preliminary and final diagnoses; Screen work to minimize discrepancy; Adhere to workload limits; Prioritize work for STAT requests; Prepare specimens for diagnostic analysis; Assist in CAP inspections; Assist in fine needle biopsy procedures.
Seniority
Individual Contributor