Cytologist

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

UPMC is hiring a full-time Cytologist! We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Cytologist to join our team in a float position across multiple UPMC hospitals, including UPMC Magee-Womens, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Presbyterian, and Shadyside Hospital Cytology Labs. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise while gaining exposure to diverse hospital environments! Schedule: Daylight hours, Monday through Friday. No weekends or holidays. If you are a dedicated and skilled Cytologist looking to join a leading healthcare organization and enjoy a diverse work environment, we encourage you to apply! UPMC is offering a generous sign-on bonus for Cytologists of up to $15,000 for those who qualify!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university required.
Successful completion of a CAHEA accredited Cytology program required; OR Equivalent education and experience.
Cytologist (CT (ASCP)) certification or registry eligible is required.
If registry eligible, successful completion of the ASCP registry exam is required within 18 months from date of hire
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Nice To Haves

1-2 years experience as a Cytologist preferred.
Pathology Information System experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with special projects and conferences.
Perform all responsibilities according to the philosophy of the UPMC Health System such that the needs of our customers are fulfilled.
Oversee and assist with problem solving of staining and cytopreparatory procedures; perform cytopreparation, staining and clerical functions as necessary.
Operate and maintain equipment within the scope of training utilizing defined schedules and written instructions to perform quality control checks, preventive maintenance, and calibration. Perform minor repairs.
Assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department on a temporary basis as delegated.
Maintain in-depth knowledge of cytologic criteria and keep abreast of current developments in the field of cytology.
Assist with the collection of fine needle aspirations and other specimens as necessary following established procedures.
Perform evaluation of cell samples according to established protocols with accuracy in a timely and efficient manner.
Render diagnosis for consideration by Pathologist on all other cell samples and mark diagnostic areas on slide.
Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.
Enter diagnoses on all patient cases in the Pathology Information System and sign out negative Pap tests.
Train and orient new employees, students and residents.
Correlate pertinent clinical history and obtain it when necessary as well as correlate current case with previous cytologic and/or surgical specimens.
Perform final sign out of diagnoses on the majority of Pap tests.
Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, compliance and personnel policies.
Identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies, or results and take appropriate action.