Cytologist - Hospital Based (Sign-on Bonus)

PathGroup•Dallas, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Cytologist in a hospital-based setting. The role involves accurately screening cytologic specimens, documenting results, assessing and troubleshooting stain preparations, and processing slides. The Cytologist will also assist in training new employees, provide mentoring, and ensure adherence to safety policies and regulations. Responsibilities include handling biological specimens and chemicals safely, utilizing computer applications, ensuring work area coverage, distributing patient materials, reporting instrumentation malfunctions, protecting patient confidentiality, and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

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
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

Responsibilities

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
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