Cytology Technologist

Job summary

Accession, prepare, process, and screen cytology specimens and smears, while maintaining records, equipment, and a clean, safe work area. Support quality improvement, procedure and product evaluation, result communication, inventory control, and the training of students and staff.

Job details

New Westminster, Canada Regular,Full-Time Apply Save job Program Share on social media Category Lab Pathology Requisition number 205073E Date posted 10/12/2026 Job Summary Performs all routine, special and developmental duties related to the Cytology area; screens cytology smears; maintains relevant records and equipment in accordance with established standards and procedures. Duties/Accountabilities Accessions, prepares and processes cytology specimens for analysis and/or transport according to established procedures. Screens cytology smears. Performs computer and/or manual clerical duties as required; participates in implementation of the computer system as required. Assists with the development, implementation and evaluation of the Quality Improvement Program and related activities, including the review and completion of case histories; follows up on clinical outcome in accordance with established standards and procedures. Participates in the evaluation of new products and instrumentation; assists in the development and implementation of new procedures. Assists the Team Leader in the development and revision of method and procedure manuals. Maintains a clean and safe work area according to established policies and procedures; cleans and maintains equipment and assists with inventory control. Communicates test results to designated parties and handles enquiries from other health team members. Participates in the training and orientation of students and staff in the section. Maintains awareness of relevant advances and changes in current trends regarding instrumentation, methodology and technical knowledge and expertise. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications Education, Training & Experience Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) Certified. One (1) years' recent, related experience. Skills & Abilities Demonstrated technical competence. 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What you’ll do

Accession, prepare, process, and screen cytology specimens and smears, while maintaining records, equipment, and a clean, safe work area. Support quality improvement, procedure and product evaluation, result communication, inventory control, and the training of students and staff.

Requirements

Requires Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) certification and one year of recent, related experience. Candidates must demonstrate technical competence, effective communication and interpersonal skills, workload organization, equipment operation ability, and the physical ability to perform the role.

Listed skills

• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Inventory Control · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Cytology Specimen Processing
• Cytology Smear Screening
• Quality Improvement
• Clinical Case History Review
• Clinical Outcome Follow-Up
• Laboratory Equipment Operation
• Procedure Development
• Technical Competence
• Workload Organization and Prioritization
• Interpersonal Communication
• Written Communication
• Training and Orientation
• Inventory Control
• Recordkeeping

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research

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