Cytotechnologist - Temp
About The Position
Cytotechnologists perform microscopic evaluation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens, including resulting and reporting in the laboratory information system (LIS). The role supports rapid on-site evaluation (ROSE) adequacy procedures and bone marrow procedures, and requires working knowledge of and occasional performance of all aspects of cytology department specimen workflows. Additional responsibilities include supporting department communications and records, reagent and equipment processes, quality control and assurance, and training new and existing personnel and students. The Cytotechnologist collaborates with laboratory and hospital teams, affiliate sites, pathologists, physicians, and physician office staff to support patient needs. The role also helps maintain regulatory compliance, accreditation, a safe work environment, and professional development.
Requirements
- Two years of Cytotechnologist experience.
- Cytotechnologist (CT) certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or ASCP certification eligibility with certification required within one year.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or equivalent.
- Ability to operate technology and equipment consistent with industry standards.
- Working knowledge of computers.
Responsibilities
- Perform or support rapid on-site evaluation (ROSE) adequacy procedures and bone marrow procedures.
- Collaborate and communicate with laboratory support teams, hospital teams, affiliate sites, pathologists, physicians, and physician office staff to support patient needs.
- Perform duties that may include flow cytometry specimen preparation and send-out, molecular testing preparation and send-out, inventory reporting, delegated quality reporting, and case distribution to pathologists.
- Support telephone and fax communications; file slides, blocks, and reports; perform reagent-related duties; and conduct routine equipment maintenance, calibration, and reporting.
- Perform quality control and quality assurance activities.
- Assist with training new and existing team members and students.
- Use department technology systems accurately, recognize and correct or report variances, and support improvements to laboratory operations.
- Complete required activities, including proficiency testing, and documentation to meet CAP, DNV, and other applicable regulatory requirements and maintain department accreditation.
- Follow safety, privacy, security, and regulatory policies, including appropriate use of protective equipment and proper body mechanics; report variances, resolutions, and suspected non-compliance to management.
- Maintain professional affiliations and networks and complete continuing education requirements to maintain board certification or 12 continuing education credits per year when ongoing certification maintenance is not required.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
