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Quest Diagnostics · 1 month ago

Cytopreparatory Technician II

Quest Diagnostics is a leading provider of diagnostic information services. The Cytopreparatory Technician II is responsible for processing Gyn specimens, maintaining quality control, and training new technicians while ensuring compliance with safety policies.

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Responsibilities

All job accountabilities and duties required of the Cytopreparatory Technician I
Accessions and processes 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
All other duties as assigned

Qualification

Anatomic Pathology experienceFinger dexterityHand-eye coordinationAttention to detailCollaboration skills

Required

All job accountabilities and duties required of the Cytopreparatory Technician I
Accessions and processes 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
All other duties as assigned

Preferred

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

Benefits

401(k) Plan with eligibility for all employees after one month, and after one year, a fully vested company match up to 5% of pay.
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service

Company

Quest Diagnostics

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Quest Diagnostics is a clinical laboratory that offers diagnostic testing, services, and information.

H1B Sponsorship

Quest Diagnostics has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (59)
2024 (38)
2023 (74)
2022 (56)
2021 (49)
2020 (45)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.6B
2024-08-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.85B
2023-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $750M
1996-12-17IPO

Leadership Team

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James Davis
Chief Executive Officer and President
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Cecilia McKenney
SVP & Chief Human Resources Officer
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