Category Laboratory Location Edison, New Jersey Job function Operations Job family Laboratory Operations Shift Day Employee type Regular Full-Time Work mode On-site Job Description

Cytopreparatory Technician II - Edison, NJ, Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Cytopreparatory Technician II in Edison, NJ. This role is a hospital-based position at JFK. 

Pay range: $17.33 - $25.99 / hour

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours Best-in-class well-being programsAnnual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®healthyMINDS mental health programVacation and Health/Flex Time6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" offFinFit financial coaching and services401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of serviceEmployee stock purchase planLife and disability insurance, plus buy-up optionFlexible Spending AccountsAnnual incentive plansMatching gifts programEducation assistance through MyQuest for EducationCareer advancement opportunitiesand so much more!

Under general supervision, position is proficient in all of the functions required of the Cytopreparatory Technician I.  They are directly responsible for decision making, interacting and reporting to the Cytology Prep Team Leader/Supervisor and/or Manager. 

Responsibilities: All job accountabilities and duties required of the Cytopreparatory Technician I. Accessions and processes Non-Gyn specimens for microscopic evaluation.  This includes assigning accession numbers, Thin Prep Processing, running the stainers, changing reagents, and coverslipping. Responsible for assuring that all inventories are complete and appropriate supplies are ordered. Follows all local, business unit, and corporate safety policies and assures compliance of the Cytology Prep Lab. Responsible for the completion of all quality control, safety, and preventative maintenance logs on a daily basis. Trains new Cyto Prep techs in proper Cytopreparation techniques and accessioning procedures. Disposes and labels biohazard waste appropriately. Minimal Problem-solving. Maintains specimen identification and integrity throughout all processes of the department. Must begin and complete all assignments with minimal supervision. Must be able to collaborate with other departments, colleagues, and clients in problem-solving. Able to differentiate acceptable and unacceptable processing and staining of specimens. Data entry skills.   Must have great attention to details and the ability to remain calm in difficult situations. Must be willing to travel to the two-additional hospital sites to cover Fine Needle Aspiration procedures when needed.All other duties as assigned. 


Qualifications:

Required Work Experience:  

N/A

Preferred Work Experience:  

2 years of Anatomic Pathology experience preferred. Anatomic Pathology experience is desirable but not required.  

Physical and Mental Requirements:  

Finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination.  Handling of specimens and supplies. Large amounts of standing, sitting, bending, twisting, and reaching.  Lifts and carries objects up to 30 lbs. Work in a chemical environment. Risk of exposure to infectious materials and the possibility of injury due to chemicals. 

Education:  High School Diploma or equivalent

Knowledge:  

N/A

Skills:  

N/A

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