Cytotechnologist Per Diem

POSITION SUMMARY:

Knowledge of body systems to facilitate the evaluation of specimens obtained by a variety of techniques to include fine needle aspiration of major organ systems and subcutaneous masses; knowledge sufficient to check correlation and validity of results.

Position: Cytotechnologist

Department: Pathology

Schedule: Per Diem

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

• Provides technically sound, accurate, patient focused testing by: prioritizing of “rush” and routine samples; verification of specimen identification; ensuring appropriateness of sample for requested testing; ensuring quality and quantity of sample; ensuring correct and appropriate accessioning, testing or allocating is performed; proper CoPath data entry

• Understands and adheres to Policy and Procedure Manuals, Standard Operating Manuals and Quality Control Manuals in compliance with all regulatory agencies (CAP & CLIA).

• Participate in preparation for CAP and JCAHO accreditation inspection.  Support cytology supervisors as necessary, gather statistics, evaluate laboratory preparedness etc. 

• Participates as an effective member of the department.  Promotes effective relationships with all hospital personnel as part of the hospital’s commitment to quality patient care.

• Actively and effectively participates in Quality Advancement/Improvement activities according to standard operating procedure.

• Understands the relationship between relevant clinical data and a variety of complex, similar, yet different often-overlapping morphological changes in cytology samples. 

• Interprets the various clinical presentations of disease and applies such knowledge in conjunction with the microscopic findings to affect an appropriate and accurate final diagnosis;

• Provides a scope of judgment which includes subjective microscopic evaluations based on combinations of academic instruction, technical training, quality and quantity of experience and combinations of knowledge and skills, as well as prioritizing guideline sources and interpreting applicability in matters of specimen identification, processing, recording and quality control. 

• Participate in the CAP interlaboratory continuing education program.

• Participates in and passes Proficiency Testing annually.

• Utilizes hospital's Values as the basis for decision-making and to facilitate the division's hospital mission.

• Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• A science-based bachelor’s or associate degree.

• 1 year of specialty training at an accredited school of Cytotechnology, in addition to a bachelor’s degree or associate degree.

• Graduation from an accredited school of Cytotechnology, with a science-based bachelor’s degree.

• Graduation from an accredited school of Cytotechnology with a science-based associate's degree and at least 3 years of technical experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• Requires certification, CT (ASCP), or equivalent, and registration with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Board of Registry within 1 year of employment.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience preferred but not required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Must have professional knowledge of Cytotechnology principles, concepts and methodology sufficient to perform a broad range of tests, including microscopic analysis of Gyn, Nongyn, and Fine Needle Aspirate cellular specimens.

Compensation Range:

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

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