Cytotechnologist

Essential Job Duties:

• Accurately screen cytologic specimens including both gynecologic and non-gynecologic sources
• Documents slide interpretation results of each case examined or reviewed in accordance with established department reporting procedures; For each 24 hour period, documents:
• The total number of slides examined
• The number of hours spent examining slides
• Assess and troubleshoot routine and special stain preparations
• Process routine cytology slides and perform special stain techniques using both manual and automated methods
• Assist in training new employees; Provide mentoring to Cytology Preparation Technicians
• Adheres to all PBM Safety policies and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies
• Handle infectious biological specimens, caustics, toxic chemicals and/or irritants appropriately and safely
• Learn and apply computer related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices
• Ensure work area has proper coverage at all times during the work shift, ie coverage for meal and/or rest periods
• Ensure timely distribution of completed patient materials to assigned pathologists
• Immediately notifies supervisory personnel of malfunctioning instrumentation
• Protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times
• Cross train in other areas as assigned or requested
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree; Eligibility to obtain certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists
• Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Board of Registry and 3 years of previous experience as a screening Cytotechnologist preferred
• Working knowledge of cytology slide processing
• Demonstrated ability to perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy and quality
• Demonstrated verbal and written command of the English language; Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Demonstrated ability exercise independent judgment under minimal supervision; Ability to function as a member of a team
• Ability to comply with HIPAA regulations
• Working knowledge of computer applications
• Demonstrated customer service focused skills
• Demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks in a limited time frame