Cytoprep Technician III

Cytoprep Technician III – West Hills, CA, Tuesday to Saturday, 2:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Pay range: $21.80 – $23.85 per hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

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.

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 programs
• Annual, no‑cost health assessment program “Blueprint for Wellness”
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  MINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off
• Fin Fit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy‑up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

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

• All job accountabilities and duties required of the Cytoprep preparatory Technician II.
• Accessions and processes Non‑Gyn specimens and/or Surepath specimens for microscopic evaluation.
• Assign accession numbers, thin‑prep processing, Surepath processing, run the stainers, change reagents, and cover‑slipping.
• Prep specimens for CT/NG testing.
• Render a gross description of all Non‑Gyn specimens.
• Ensure that all inventories are complete and appropriate supplies are ordered.
• Follow all local, Business Unit and corporate safety policies and assure compliance of the Cytology Prep Lab.
• Complete all quality control, safety, and preventative maintenance logs on a daily basis.
• Train new Cyto Prep techs in proper cytopreparation techniques and accessioning procedures.
• Dispose and label biohazard waste appropriately.
• General problem‑solving.
• Identify TIQ’s and problem specimens.
• Maintain specimen identification and integrity throughout all processes of the department.
• Begin and complete all assignments with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with other departments, colleagues, and clients in problem‑solving.
• Differentiated acceptable and unacceptable processing and staining of specimens.
• Data entry skills.
• Pay great attention to details and remain calm in difficult situations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required

Work Experience:

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Preferred

Work Experience:

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

• 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.

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Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the following laws if applicable:
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Employer:

Race/Color/Sex/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.