Cytology Technologist

New Westminster, BC, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 11, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 12, 2026

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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.

Ability to organize and priortize workload.

Ability to deal effectively with others.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to operate related equipment.

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

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Responsibilities

Accession, prepare, process, and screen cytology specimens and smears, while maintaining records, equipment, and a clean and safe work area. Support quality improvement, procedure development, training, inventory control, and communication of test results and related information.

Requirements

Requires CSMLS certification and one year of recent, related experience. Candidates must demonstrate technical competence, effective communication and interpersonal skills, workload organization, equipment operation, and the physical ability to perform the duties.

Skills

Cytology Specimen Processing
Cytology Smear Screening
Quality Improvement
Case History Review
Clinical Outcome Follow-Up
Laboratory Equipment Operation
Procedure Development
Inventory Control
Test Result Communication
Student and Staff Training
Workload Organization and Prioritization
Verbal and Written Communication
Interpersonal Communication

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Keywords

Cytology
Cytology Specimens
Cytology Smears
Specimen Accessioning
Specimen Preparation
Specimen Processing
Smear Screening
CSMLS Certification
Medical Laboratory Science
Quality Improvement Program
Case History Review
Clinical Outcome Follow-Up
Laboratory Instrumentation
Methodology
Procedure Manuals
Equipment Maintenance
Inventory Control
Test Results
Laboratory Safety
Staff Training
Student Orientation

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