Cytology Technologist

About the role

Responsible for the preparation, analysis and evaluation of cytologic smears for the presence of absence of normal/abnormal cellular patterns, presence of micro-organisms, inflammatory reactions, endocrinopathies, benign changes, pre-malignant changes, neoplasia and cellular responses to therapeutic agents. May perform HPV testing, Immunocytochemistry and other molecular techniques as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares specimens for analysis by centrifugation and other methods, following prescribed protocol for each particular type of specimen.
• Maintains chain of custody, verifies two matching identifiers for all specimens.
• Signs out negative GYN slides, reviews quality control cases if CLIA ‘88 eligible, refers all others to a pathologist for further analyses.
• Evaluates Non-gynecological cells under the microscope; categorizes into five classifications: negative, atypical, suspicious, non-diagnostic or positive-malignant.
• Performs HPV testing, Immunocytochemistry and other molecular techniques as required.
• Performs Toluidine blue evaluation as needed.
• Maintain laboratory quality control by adhering to test protocols and standards and performs regulatory/quality evaluations as appropriate.
• Participates in intradepartmental rotations including, gyn and non/gyn screening, rapid interpretations and special stains, may include molecular testing, specimen preparation, FNA clinic and clerical assignments.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Biology required.
• Licenses and Credentials: Certified Medical Technologist [MLT, MT, MLA, Histologists] preferred, CT(ASCP) strongly preferred.
• Experience: 2-3 years of cytotechnologist experience required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to screen and diagnose Gyn and Non-gyn cytology cases accurately and timely. Must understand and comply with regulatory guidelines regarding screening limits. Extreme alertness, precision and caution must be displayed. Must be capable of adapting to all software systems necessary to perform duties.

Skills

• Physical Requirements: Standing Frequently (34-66%), Walking Frequently (34-66%), Sitting Occasionally (3-33%), Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device), Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs, Pushing Occasionally (3-33%), Pulling Occasionally (3-33%), Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%), Balancing Frequently (34-66%), Stooping Occasionally (3-33%), Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%), Crouching Occasionally (3-33%), Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%), Reaching Frequently (34-66%), Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%), Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%), Feeling Constantly (67-100%), Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%), Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%), Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%), Talking Constantly (67-100%), Hearing Constantly (67-100%).

Benefits

Benefits that start on day one with no waiting period!

Pay

$39.53 - $46.43/Hourly

Schedule

Day (United States of America)