Cytology Technologist 2, HMC Cytology Laboratory

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The UW Medicine - Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) in Seattle, WA has a fantastic opportunity for a Cytology Technologist 2 with the Cytology Laboratory at Harborview Medical Center. Under the general supervision of the Cytology Technologist Supervisor, the Cytology Technologist 2 conducts clinical diagnostic procedures and research activities in a clinical cytology laboratory; directs the work of Cytology Technologists, Anatomic Pathology Technicians, and other assigned staff; performs quality control assessments; and performs administrative procedures in support of the laboratory operation.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science degree
• Graduation from an Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) accredited school of cytotechnology or other organization approved by Health and Human Services (HHS)
• American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Registry (BOR) certification as a Cytotechnologist (CT) or Specialist in Cytotechnology (SCT).
• At least 3 years’ full-time experience as a cytotechnologist within the preceding 10 years.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a Cytology Technologist 2
• Certified to perform ThinPrep GYN screening
• Successful completion of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) Pap Proficiency test within the last year

Responsibilities

• Performs screening of gynecological and non-gynecological specimens, reporting of negative gynecological cases, and refers preliminary diagnosed non-negative gynecological and all non-gynecological cases to the pathologist.
• Performs quality control assessments of cytopreparation and rescreening of gynecologic cases
• Performs laboratory specimen processing consisting of gynecologic and non-gynecologic slide preparation, manual staining, and coverslipping of slides.
• Maintains staining setup and prepares chemical reagents according to laboratory procedures.
• Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of lab equipment and instruments in accordance with procedures, and documents work completed.
• Responds to inquiries concerning specimen requirements and case status.
• Assists in fine needle aspiration procedures and performs rapid on-site immediate assessment for fine needle aspirations and core needle biopsies using telecytology when indicated.
• Monitors and records daily documentation of the total number of slides examined and total number of hours spent screening at the University of Washington and at any other laboratory, and in accordance with CLIA/CAP regulations.
• Complies with lab policies, safety regulations, and state and federal requirements.
• Participates in training students, trainees, and new employees
• Performs the work of the Cytology Technologist 1.
• Performs duties in support of anatomic pathology services as assigned.

Benefits

• Vacation time and sick time off that accrue monthly, including 12 paid holidays.
• State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.
• Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
• Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, retirement, and other plan options.
• Lots of free fantastic fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level