Cytopreparatory Technician/Med Lab Tech II at University of Rochester

Town of Henrietta, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Oct, 26

Salary

38.69

Posted On

12 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cytopreparation, Accessioning, Hologic ThinPrep, Automated Slide Staining, Cell Block Preparation, Special Stains, Quality Assurance, Instrument Maintenance, HPV Testing, Specimen Triage, Inventory Management, Laboratory Safety

Industry

Higher Education

Description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location (Full Address): 211 Bailey Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14586 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 500239 Cytology Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URCD 210 H Compensation Range: $28.66 - $38.69 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. Responsibilities: GENERAL PURPOSE Cytopreparatory Technician prepares Cytology specimens for evaluation. Technician is responsible for accessioning and troubleshooting select Cytology specimens. Technicians are responsible maintaining laboratory conditions, quality assurance practice and instrument maintenance in accordance with laboratory policies. SCHEDULE Days; 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS GYN cytopreparation: 35% Prepares GYN specimens utilizing Hologic ThinPrep processors. Utilizes automated slide stainer and coverslipper. Facilitates Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) testing, performed by Virology. Performs preventive maintenance of instrumentation as required for efficient operation. Non-gyn cytopreparation: Accessions and triages non-GYN specimens to determine appropriate method of preparation. Prepares cell blocks and special stains slides as necessary. Performs preventive maintenance of instrumentation as required for efficient operation. Miscellaneous responsibilities: Monitors and orders Laboratory supplies as needed. Follows universal health and safety precautions. Prepares additional specimens and re-preps for studies, projects, and teaching materials. Additional daily operational responsibilities: Maintains automated and manual stain setups. Manages incoming specimens and collaborates with other departments to retrieve additional specimen. Maintains Quality Assurance standards. Facilitates additional diagnostic testing of Cytology specimens. Performs annual physical inventory counts of supplies and reagents as required by Laboratory Administration. Manages storage of residual specimens and discards appropriately. MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Associate's degree in Medical Technology required Associate's degree in a natural science, or a clinical laboratory science and coursework acceptable to NYSED required Or equivalent combination of education and experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Clinical Laboratory Technician NYS licensure upon hire required The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Notice: If you are a Current Employee, please log into myURHR to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. Learn. Discover. Heal. Create. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.

Responsibilities

The technician is responsible for preparing GYN and non-GYN cytology specimens for evaluation using automated processors and stainers. Additional duties include maintaining laboratory instrumentation, managing supplies, and ensuring quality assurance standards are met.