Cytotechnologist

This position includes a $15,000 Sign-On Bonus! (External candidates only) Are you a certified Cytotechnologist? Are you in school pursuing a Cytotechnologist degree/certification? If so, LabCorp wants to speak with you about exciting opportunities to join our team as a full-time Cytotechnologist in Albany, NY. This will be a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment. LabCorp has a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation. LabCorp offers opportunities with advancement potential in an influential and expanding company. Be a part of something where you can make an impact on improving health and improving lives. *Schedule: *Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:00am and 7:00pm, and every 5th Saturday ? **Pay Range: $39.26 - $55.00 per hour All job offers will be based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. *Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here. * Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Screen and evaluate any gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens sent to the laboratory for the determination of possible malignant or related abnormal conditions

Screening of all liquid based cytology, both manual and imaged, as well as conventional slides

Perform microscopic evaluation of cytological specimens following laboratory procedures and workload policies

Ensure proper documentation of workload recording, including screening and non-screening activities as required by CLIA and laboratory guidelines

Maintain absolute integrity in the accurate performance and reporting of results

Meet slide screening requirements as per standard operating procedure

Finalize testing results into the computer in an accurate and timely manner

Provide backup for cytology processing and other tasks as needed

Comply with all safety, infection control and HIPAA policies Requirements:

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university

Successful competition of an accredited Cytology program

ASCP Cytotechnologist (CT) Certification is required

Prior experience working in Cytology is preferred

ThinPrep certification is a plus

Must pass slide screening requirements and annual CAP proficiency test

Demonstrated understanding of Cyto preparation techniques

Automated and non-automated testing experience is preferred

Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS)

Ability to work independently or within a team

Highly organized and strong attention to detail

Strong communication skills; both written and verbal