Cytology Technologist

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Cytology Technologist to join our team. In this role, the successful candidate screens, evaluates, and interprets cytology specimens of all types in a timely and accurate manner. The position involves participation in quality control and quality assurance activities, as well as assisting during Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) biopsy procedures for on-site assessment and specimen preparation.

Responsibilities

• Performs primary screening of Gynecological and Non-gynecological specimens, including cell block and special stains specimens.
• Renders interpretation with appropriate comment in accordance with established department reporting procedures.
• Maintains microscope in working condition by performing routine maintenance, including general cleaning, troubleshooting, and reporting irregularities.
• Participates in required in-services and continuing education requirements as defined by DOH and implemented by the supervisor.
• Maintains open communication with department supervisor, pathologists, and co-workers, particularly regarding important case information, FNA issues, and other related patient care matters.
• Participates in supply inventory management related to FNA supplies.
• Properly uses LIS system (Powerpath), and as applicable, Epic, Omni-Trax, and Voicebrook.
• Utilizes, maintains, and troubleshoots all equipment, including ThinPrep instrumentation, SurePath instrumentation, Leica instrumentation, and other laboratory centrifuges and instruments.
• Maintains a daily record of slides screened/hours worked and slides screened/hour for any other outside employer, providing this information to the supervisor as requested.
• Rotates in the cyto-preparatory lab as assigned by the supervisor to perform cytologic specimen preparation, including the ThinPrep PAP test imaging system.
• Promptly arrives at fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy procedures to assess specimen adequacy, providing this service at all relevant facilities.
• Completes screening in a timely fashion, finishing daily assigned work by the end of the shift as directed by the supervisor and/or medical director.
• Performs daily Quality Control screening as part of regular work, as assigned by the supervisor.
• Exercises independent judgment in the evaluation, processing, and assessment of specimens.

Requirements

• NYSDOH Licensed as a Cytotechnologist from the Office of the Professions, State Education Department, State of New York, or hold a limited permit as CLT that will lead to such license.
• Cytotechnologist Registration from the New York State Department of Health, Clinical Laboratory Evaluation Program.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology from a program registered by the NYS Department of Education, or a Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or physical sciences from an accredited college or university, or at least three (3) years of experience in a similar laboratory including previous supervisory experience (as defined by NYS clinical laboratory licensing requirements).
• An associate’s or high school degree will only be accepted if the individual has the designated experience defined by NYS and has obtained their NYS license through the grand-parenting pathway defined by NYS.
• 6 months to 1 year of experience in a cytology laboratory performing work as a cytotechnologist.
• Exposure to computer systems.
• Effective oral, written, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3 years of experience in a cytology laboratory performing work as a cytotechnologist.
• American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Registry, ASCP certification (CT(ASCP)).
• Additional certifications such as SCT(ASCP), IAC, CMIAC, or CFIAC.
• Certification in liquid-based technologies.
• Certification in computer-based screening systems.
• Prior experience in assisting and assessing Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsies.

Benefits

NYU Langone Health provides a comprehensive benefits and wellness package designed to support employees and their loved ones at every stage of life. Offerings include:

• A robust support system for career development, family planning, and retirement savings.
• Financial security benefits and a generous time-off program.
• Employee resource groups for peer support.
• Access to a holistic employee wellness program focusing on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care well-being.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $118,534.50 - $143,557.90 annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. This range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.