Pathology Technician (m/f)

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Pathology Technician to join the team at CUF Descobertas Hospital, performing cytological analyses and molecular biology. Key Highlights: 1. Integrate service at a reference hospital 2. Perform advanced molecular biology techniques 3. Provide technical support in cytology consultation and fine-needle aspiration We are a 100% Portuguese company and a leader in delivering excellence in healthcare in Portugal. With an 80-year history, CUF was founded with the purpose of caring for its people and families. Today, as we continuously grow, we serve all Portuguese citizens who entrust us with their health and well-being—throughout life—with humanity and excellence. Together, we aim to do more and care better. We are recruiting a **Pathology Technician** (m/f) to join the **CUF Descobertas Hospital** team. **Why CUF?** At CUF, we believe that caring for our employees is essential to continue delivering high-quality healthcare. We offer a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic resources, equipped with the most up-to-date technologies, fostering the daily development of our staff. **How will you make a difference?** * Receive samples for cytological examination * Perform cytological techniques * Perform molecular biology techniques (HPV detection and ISTs) * Provide technical support during cytology consultations / fine-needle aspiration * Perform technical aspects of frozen section examinations * Conduct cytology screening * Prepare laboratory solutions * Perform quality control of results from performed techniques * Maintain archives of analyzed case samples * Ensure anatomopathological examinations are carried out within cytopathology services, accessing client data * Comply with organizational compliance obligations, policies, and procedures. Concerns and compliance failures must be reported, and required training must be attended. **What do you need to succeed in this role?** * Bachelor’s degree in Pathological, Cytological and Forensic Anatomy or Laboratory Biomedical Sciences, and professional license **(mandatory);** * Specific training in macroscopy **(preferred);** * Professional experience in histology **(preferred);** * Availability for rotating shifts **(mandatory).** **How do we care for you?** * Direct employment contract with CUF; * Integration into a solid, innovative, and growing company; * Initial and continuous training through the CUF Training Academy; * Recognition of our people through professional growth and development; * Prevention and well-being initiatives; * Family-responsible organization, recognizing the importance of balancing professional, personal, and family life, offering benefits accordingly. **At CUF, we recognize the effort and commitment of our teams—and therefore invest in the continuous improvement of well-being and working conditions to positively impact your role.** **We value diversity and inclusion. We commit to the principle of equality across all recruitment and selection processes and to non-discrimination based on, among others, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family situation, origin, social condition, disability, or any other potentially discriminatory factor—thus promoting a fair and equitable workplace for everyone.** **Join a team that cares for you while caring for others!**