Eurofins

Global lab testing and analytics network

Cytotechnologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsPosted on Nov 9

Full-timeCarmel, IN, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

An Associate of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) registration or eligibility is required.
Successful completion of ThinPrep and Imager training is required.
Passing the national cytology proficiency exam or an equivalent exam is required.
Candidates must meet the qualifications described in CLIA 88, 42 CFR Part 493 for cytotechnologists in cytology laboratories performing high-complexity testing.
A Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree is required.
One year in an American Medical Association-approved Cytotechnology program or a 2+1 program is required.
Candidates must have knowledge of current medical terminology, laboratory equipment and testing, quality-control checks, instrumentation troubleshooting, and laboratory safety requirements.
Candidates must be able to read and understand laboratory instrumentation information and to create and understand instructions, correspondence, reports, and memos.
Candidates must be able to interact and communicate with people individually and in meetings or group presentations, including ill, emotionally upset, or hostile people, while maintaining confidentiality.
Candidates must be able to react calmly to emergencies, perform arithmetic and interpret bar graphs, follow written, oral, and diagram instructions, and use logical thinking to troubleshoot and make decisions.
Proficient computer skills are required, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, email systems, and web-based programs.
Candidates must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work in a fast-paced laboratory and office environment.
Candidates must have visual acuity, good hearing, dexterity, and the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions to operate a microscope, stand or sit for long periods, and occasionally move loads up to 3 pounds.
Candidates must be able to operate office equipment, including computers, copiers, fax machines, and phones, and interact with others in person, by phone, email, and written correspondence.
Candidates must be able to perform focused work with close attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Evaluate cytological samples using manual or automated microscopes to diagnose cell patterns in Pap smear, non-gynecologic, and fine-needle aspiration specimens.
Perform essential functions defined in the QCD for cytotechnologist requirements in a high-complexity laboratory.
Determine specimen adequacy for cytology and histology samples.
Examine and evaluate cell samples for normal patterns, benign conditions, microorganisms, therapeutic changes, inflammation, repair, and hyperplastic changes, and make appropriate report recommendations.
Examine and evaluate cell samples for abnormal cells, determine abnormality severity and cell type, identify origin when needed, and make appropriate report recommendations.
Document and transmit diagnoses and findings using recognized terminology in the laboratory information system.
Document daily, weekly, and monthly workloads, and maintain legal limits for all types of microscopic work.
Review cases at the microscope and discuss diagnostic criteria with pathologists and other cytotechnologists as needed.
Identify individual screening issues through quality-control activities.
Complete scheduled procedures on time without compromising work quality.
Perform and document daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual maintenance.
Follow standard operating procedures, work instructions, and policies, and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Follow College of American Pathologists requirements for proficiency testing and reporting results.
Pass any state or national exam deemed necessary to evaluate specimens.
Participate in laboratory quality-management functions.
Notify management of trends, changes, or problems as they occur.

Job Description

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility:

The Cytotechnologist evaluates cytological samples using manual and/or automated microscopes to diagnose cell patterns on cytologic specimens including Pap smear, Non-gynecologic and FNA specimens.

Essential Job Duties:

Perform essential functions as described in QCD defining Cytotechnologist requirements for a High Complexity Lab.
Determines specimen adequacy for all cytology and histology samples.
Examines and evaluates cell samples for normal cell patterns, non-malignant or benign conditions that might exist such as microorganisms, therapeutic change, inflammation, repair and hyperplastic changes and makes appropriate recommendations on the report.
Examines and evaluates cell samples for the presence of abnormal cells.
Determines severity and cell type of the abnormality and if needed, provides criteria to identify origin. Makes appropriate recommendations for the report.
Uses recognized terminology to document and transmit the diagnosis/findings in the laboratory information system.
Documents daily, weekly, and monthly workloads.
Maintains legal limits for all types of microscopic work.
Reviews cases at the microscope and discusses diagnostic criteria with pathologists, senior cytotechnologists and other cytotechnologists as needed.
Identifies individual screening issues observed through quality control activities.
Completes all procedures expected in the scheduled time without loss of work quality.
Performs and documents daily, monthly, quarterly, & annual maintenance.
Adheres to standard operating procedures, work instructions, and policies.
Notifies management regarding trends, changes, or problems as they occur.
Follows HIPAA regulations.
Follows the College of American Pathologist (CAP) requirements for performing proficiency testing and reporting results.
Receives a passing grade on any state/national exam deemed necessary to evaluate specimens.
Participates in laboratory quality management functions.

Qualifications

Experience and Qualifications

ASCP registration or eligible
Successful completion of Thin Prep & Imager Training
Pass the national cytology proficiency exam or equivalent
Meet qualifications as described in CLIA 88’, 42 CFR Part 493 Cytotechnologist for Cytology Laboratories Performing High Complexity Testing.

Education

BS or BA degree
One year in an AMA approved Cytotechnology program or a 2+1 program.

Competencies

Possess high standards for organization and quality.
Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform various laboratory tests and to communicate with physicians, staff, and patients.
Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
Knowledge of safety requirements to provide instructions and to recognize hazardous conditions.
Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in the laboratory field.
Ability to read, comprehend and create instructions, correspondence, reports and memos.
Ability to interact and communicate with a variety of people, both on a one-on-one basis and in meetings and group presentations; must be able to relate to and work with ill, emotionally upset, and sometimes-hostile people. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to anticipate and react calmly to emergency situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to follow direction and to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to think logically in order to troubleshoot, analyze situations, and make appropriate decisions.
Proficient computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail systems, and web-based programs.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Other

Ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory & office environment.
Strong sensory skills, such as visual acuity, good hearing, and dexterity.
Use of hand and wrist repetitive motion to position and operate microscope
Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time in static position.
Ability to occasionally push, pull, lift, move, and/or carry up to 3 lbs.
Good speaking and listening skills.
Ability to perform focused work with close attention to detail.
Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, copiers, fax machines, and phones.
Ability to interact with others, both in person and through phone, e-mail, and written correspondence.

Additional Information

Compensation:

$45.00-$65.00 per hour

What we offer:

Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Clinical Trial Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Compensation: 45 to 65 (USD) (HOURLY)

About the Company

Eurofins

Global lab testing and analytics network

Eurofins provides global laboratory testing and analytical services to verify the safety, authenticity, and quality of products across food, water, medicine, and the environment. It operates a network of more than 900 laboratories in over 60 countries, offering access to more than 200,000 analytical methods. Its product work involves running specialized tests—using chemistry, biology, and other scientific techniques—to confirm origin, composition, and compliance of samples, such as detecting wine fraud or contaminant presence. The company differentiates itself through its massive, distributed lab network and broad portfolio, enabling standardized testing at scale and fast turnaround across many industries, rather than relying on a single specialty or location. Its goal is to protect public health and safety by delivering accurate, comprehensive testing data and helping clients meet regulatory and quality requirements.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Luxembourg
Founded: 1987

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