Cytotechnologist

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Department

Laboratory Services

Job Summary

Using independent judgement and under minimal supervision the Cytologist performs complex diagnostic testing while adhering to the policies and procedures of Denver Health. The person in this position must meet Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments personnel standards for the specialty of Cytopathology. The Cytologist microscopically evaluates and reports negative gynecological specimens. All abnormal gyn (including certain infections) anal paps non-gyn and FNA specimens will be documented with Cytologists impression and given to Pathologist for a final diagnosis. The individual in this position must be capable of cytology specimen accessioning preparation and resulting. Assists in ROSE with other departments and staff to assess specimen adequacy on FNAs. Demonstrates triage expertise in sample requirements specimen collection and pre-analytical factors that impact sample quality. Responsibilities may include research activities consumer and patient education and staff teaching. Cytologist is expected to teach Pathology residents on specimen collection rapid assessment and other areas within Cytology. Works with numerous laboratory specimen preparations and possesses a knowledge of laboratory procedures and technologies such as flow cytometry immunohistochemistry micro and molecular diagnostic procedures. Maintains orders properly stocks cytology supplies for the lab and FNA carts. Handles day to day bench related problems with little supervision provides training and mentoring and is the liaison for the department when the Anatomic Pathology Manager is not available. Maintains all quality control and maintenance records required in the laboratory resolves problems with test analysis and consults with the supervisors Administrative Director or the Director of Services when appropriate and according to established protocol.

Essential Functions:

• Accessions screens and interprets Gynecologic and Non-Gynecologic slides with more than 98% accuracy annually. (15%)
• Completes and correctly signs-out cases not required by CLIA 88 to be referred to the pathologist. (15%)
• Prepares and stains all specimen types (gyn medical cytology fna) for cytologic examination. (10%)
• Provides skillful technical assistance with Fine Needle Aspirate (FNA) procedures including slide preparation staining and microscopic determination of specimen adequacy in a friendly and supportive manner. (10%)
• Performs activities defined by the cytopathology laboratorys QC/QA program cyto-surgical correlations preventative maintenance and evaluation of computer-generated data in a manner sufficient to monitor quality control programs and insure proper laboratory operation. (10%)
• Ensures proper labeling handling preservation processing preparation transportation and storage of specimens. (10%)
• Acts as a resource gives direction and guidance to technical and support personnel. (10%)
• Triages and executes daily work to ensure consistent turnaround times. (10%)
• Assists with writing policies and procedures as delegated. (5%)
• Participates in huddles or meetings and communicate quality activities inside and outside of the laboratory when needed. (5%)

Education:

• Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program Successful completion of an accredited School of Cytology Required or
• Bachelors Degree Bachelor of Science with the science-related pre-requisites. Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years Of professional experience in a healthcare setting as a Cytologist preferred

Licenses:

• CT-Cytologist - ASCP - American Society for Clinical Pathology Required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Must be proficient and efficient when screening diagnosing and releasing results for Cytology.
• Familiar with regulatory compliance in QC and competency requirements.
• Ability to mentor and teach technical staff.
• Good communication and customer relation skills to ensure patient safety and quality processes in the laboratory.
• Ability to perpetuate teamwork.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work within the department.
• Experience with Hospital Information System Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to troubleshoot testing equipment and quality issues relative to testing in the area of oversight.

Shift

Work Type

PRN/Intermittent

Salary

Benefits

• Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Community resource navigation support

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands travel and more

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center a 555-bed acute care medical center Denvers 911 emergency medical response system 10 family health centers 19 school-based health centers Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety a Public Health Institute an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorados primary and essential safety-net institution Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable serving as a pillar for community needs and caring for more than 185000 individuals and 67000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.