Cytotechnologist - $10k Sign On Bonus Offered to External Candidates!

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Medical Director, performs specialized and technical cytology examinations to determine pathological conditions. Maintains laboratory equipment and records following established accreditation guidelines and quality control standards. Strives for superior performance by consistently providing a product or service to leadership and staff that is recognized as ultimately contributing to the patient and family experience. Recognizes and demonstrates understanding of patient and family centered care.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS

Responsible To: Pathology Senior Tech, Laboratory Manager, Director of Laboratory Services, Executive Team Leader, and Laboratory Medical Director

Workers Supervised: None

Inter-Relationships: Works closely with lab employees. Has contact with patients, their families, physicians and their office staff, nursing personnel and hospital staff both in person and on the telephone. Internal and external customers.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform specialized and technical cytology examinations according to established procedures including accurately screening GYN and non-GYN cytology samples.
• Under general supervision, examines microscopically and interprets gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides for infectious, reactive/reparative and abnormal cells. Refers appropriate cases for pathologist review.
• Processes and prepares specimens for examination, labels slides/specimens, records classifications on slides and alerts pathologists to abnormal cell structures for further examination
• Accurately enters data and results within the laboratory information system.
• Maintains accurate quality assurance records.
• Prepares reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information.
• Serves as a technical resource and troubleshoots problems in the daily operation of equipment and specimen evaluation.
• Operates, calibrates, prepares and maintains equipment
• May assist with fine needle aspirations
• Operate equipment as trained for specimen preparation.
• Answer the telephone, using good communication skills.
• Use the computer to order tests, determine tests ordered, verify tests, and cancel tests.
• Collect specimens from surgery and other patient care areas
• Maintain general cleanliness and orderliness of the laboratory.
• Cooperative and demonstrates willingness to assist in special projects, i.e., Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement for the pathologist/cytologist when requested.
• Understands and follows Universal precautions at all times.
• Observes patient and employee confidentiality as described by the privacy policies of this institution.
• Demonstrates job related aspects of patient safety to assure a safe environment, safe and effective use of equipment and technology, and decreased risk of potential adverse patient occurrences.
• Demonstrates knowledge of, and supports hospital mission, vision, and value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality statements, corporate compliance plan, customer service standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

DEPARTMENTAL AND ADDITIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipates needed supplies; places and expedites orders for supplies.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Monitor Quality Improvement (CQI/QA/QM) projects, supply data for Laboratory’s CQI /QA committee on a month basis, and attend monthly QA/QM Meetings.
• Perform special projects in a timely manner by meeting deadlines set by the Laboratory Manager.
• Perform other necessary duties as requested by the Medical Director, Departmental Director, and Laboratory Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree from a Cytotechnologist program accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs or other organization approved by HHS
• Certified as a cytotechnologist by a certification agency approved by HHS, certification eligible and certified before hire

EXPERIENCE

• Must be a board-certified Cytotechnologist or meet the requirements for certification eligibility.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES/MOTOR SKILLS

These physical requirements are not exhaustive and additional job-related physical requirements may be added on an as needed basis. Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

• Sedentary Work: Frequently required to stand, kneel and crouch. On a daily basis may be required to move about, sit, climb stairs and bend. May be required to push/pull/carry items between 20-100 lbs.
• Vision: Requires the ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye. Near acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. Midrange Acuity: Clarity of vision at distances of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet.
• Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of the job, it is required to regularly perform functions that include using hand and finger movement, handle or feel objects, be able to use tools or equipment that requires reaching with hands and arms. Must be able to travel independently throughout the hospital; access patients/families including areas confined by space and/or equipment.
• Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

ESSENTIAL TECHNICAL ABILITIES

• Proficiency using modern office, computer and telephone equipment as used by Memorial Healthcare.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL ABILITIES

• Ability to adapt and maintain focus in fast paced, quickly changing or stressful situations.
• Ability to read and interpret a variety of documents including, but not limited to policies, operating instructions, white papers, regulations, rules and laws.

ESSENTIAL SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

• Able to see for the purpose of reading information received in formats including but not limited to paper, computer, reports, bulletins, updates, manuals.
• Able to hear for work-related purposes.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Ability to interact with co-workers, hospital staff, administration, patients, physicians, the public and all internal and external customers in a professional and effective, courteous and tactful manner, at all times, physically, verbally and in all written and electronic communication.
• Required to remain calm when adversity is encountered.
• Open, honest, and tactful communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team member in all activities.
• Positive, cooperative and motivated attitude.