Pathology Technician (m/f)

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Pathology Technician to join the team at CUF Descobertas Hospital, responsible for performing cytological and molecular biology techniques, as well as providing technical support during consultations. Key Highlights: 1. Integrate into a hospital service equipped with advanced diagnostic and therapeutic resources. 2. Opportunity for continuous professional development at the CUF Academy. 3. Work in an environment that values well-being and diversity. We are a 100% Portuguese company and a leader in delivering excellence in healthcare across Portugal. With an 80-year history, CUF was founded with the purpose of caring for people and their families. Today, growing steadily, 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 currently 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 continuing to deliver high-quality healthcare. We offer a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic resources, incorporating the most up-to-date technologies, thereby fostering daily professional development for all 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 and fine-needle aspiration consultations * Perform technical aspects of frozen section examinations * Conduct cytology screening * Prepare laboratory solutions * Ensure quality control of results from performed techniques * Maintain archives of analyzed case samples * Guarantee the performance of anatomopathological examinations within cytopathology services, accessing client data * Comply with organizational obligations, policies, and conformity procedures. Report concerns or non-conformities and participate in required training. **What do you need to succeed in this role?** * Bachelor’s degree in Pathological, Cytological and Forensic Anatomy or Laboratory Biomedical Sciences, and a valid 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 ongoing training through the CUF Training Academy; * Recognition and development of our people through professional growth; * Preventive and well-being initiatives; * Family-friendly employer, acknowledging the importance of balancing professional, personal, and family life, offering related benefits. **At CUF, we recognize the effort and dedication of our teams, and therefore invest continuously in improving well-being and working conditions to positively impact your role.** **We value diversity and inclusion. We commit to the principle of equality throughout 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 background, 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!**