Job description
Work schedules will be coordinated based on laboratory coverage needs at the VA Medical Center in Memphis, Tennessee. Shifts may include 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, 3:30 PM-12:00 AM, or 11:30 PM-8:00 AM. Rotating weekends and Federal holiday coverage may be required.
Summary:The Cytopreparation Technician will support the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service by preparing clinical specimens for cytologic examination and supporting daily laboratory operations.
Requirements:• Appropriate experience performing cytopreparation or related laboratory duties.
• Knowledge of safe handling procedures for potentially infectious specimens.
• Ability to perform cytology specimen preparation and basic equipment troubleshooting.
• No professional license or certification is required for this position.
• Receive, identify, accession, and document clinical specimens.
• Prepare specimens using centrifuging, smearing, cell-block preparation, staining, and cover-slipping techniques.
• Monitor slide and specimen preparation quality and correct preparation issues when necessary.
• Clean laboratory equipment and glassware, maintain records, and restock laboratory supplies.
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