Cytotechnologist Per Diem

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Job Summary

Summary
Responsible for the preparation analysis and evaluation of cytologic smears for the presence of absence of normal/abnormal cellular patterns presence of micro-organisms inflammatory reactions endocrinopathies benign changes pre-malignant changes neoplasia and cellular responses to therapeutic agents. May perform HPV testing Immunocytochemistry and other molecular techniques as required.


Essential Functions
Prepares specimens for analysis by centrifugation and other methods following prescribed protocol for each particular type of specimen. Maintains chain of custody verifies two matching identifiers for all specimens.

Signs out negative GYN slides reviews quality control cases if CLIA 88 eligible refers all others to a pathologist for further analyses.

Evaluates Non-gynecological cells under the microscope; categorizes into five classifications: negative atypical suspicious non-diagnostic or positive-malignant.

Ability to perform HPV testing Immunocytochemistry and other molecular techniques as required.

Performs Toluidine blue evaluation as needed.

Maintain laboratory quality control by adhering to test protocols and standards and performs regulatory/quality evaluations as appropriate.

Participates in intradepartmental rotations including gyn and non/gyn screening rapid interpretations and special stains may include molecular testing specimen preparation FNA clinic and clerical assignments.


Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct) No

Education

Bachelors Degree Biology required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree No

Licenses and Credentials

Must pass or be eligible for the ASCP Board of Registry examination.

Experience

2-3 years of Cytotechnologist experience required

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Ability to screen and diagnosis Gyn and Non-gyn cytology cases accurately and timely.

Must understand and comply with regulatory guidelines regarding screening limits.

Extreme alertness precision and caution must be displayed.

Must be capable of adapting to all software systems necessary to perform duties.

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Onsite

275 Charles Street

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Per Diem

Day (United States of America)

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