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Cytotechnologists

SOC 29-2011.02

Stain, mount, and study cells to detect evidence of cancer, hormonal abnormalities, and other pathological conditions following established standards and practices.

Zone 5 Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Critical Thinking

3.9

Reading Comprehension

3.8

Active Listening

3.8

Active Learning

3.4

Speaking

3.1

Science

3.1

Monitoring

3.1

Complex Problem Solving

3.1

Knowledge Areas 8

Biology

4.0

Medicine and Dentistry

3.8

English Language

3.6

Clerical

2.9

Education and Training

2.8

Administration and Management

2.8

Chemistry

2.8

Computers and Electronics

2.7

Key Tasks

1Submit slides with abnormal cell structures to pathologists for further examination.

2Examine cell samples to detect abnormalities in the color, shape, or size of cellular components and patterns.

3Provide patient clinical data or microscopic findings to assist pathologists in the preparation of pathology reports.

4Document specimens by verifying patients' and specimens' information.

5Maintain effective laboratory operations by adhering to standards of specimen collection, preparation, or laboratory safety.

Also Known As

Certified Cytotechnologist Cytologist Cytology Laboratory Manager (Cytology Lab Manager) Cytology Manager Cytology Supervisor Cytopathology Technologist Cytotechnologist Cytotechnologist Supervisor Cytotechnologist/Cytology Supervisor Senior Cytotechnologist