Cytotechnologist

PathGroup • Coppell, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cytotechnologist will be responsible for accurately screening cytologic specimens from both gynecologic and non-gynecologic sources. This role involves documenting slide interpretation results, assessing and troubleshooting stain preparations, and processing routine cytology slides. The position also includes assisting in training new employees, mentoring technicians, and adhering to all safety policies and regulations. The Cytotechnologist will handle infectious biological specimens, chemicals, and irritants safely, utilize computer applications, and ensure proper work area coverage. Additionally, they will ensure timely distribution of patient materials, report instrumentation malfunctions, protect patient confidentiality, and cross-train in other areas as assigned. The role requires performing other duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree
• Eligibility to obtain certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Board of Registry
• 3 years of previous experience as a screening Cytotechnologist preferred

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

What This Job Offers

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