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A Cytotechnologist utilizes knowledge and anatomical laboratory experience to receive accession and prepare cytological specimens for examination. The Cytotechnologist performs the analyses of cytopathology specimens in an accurate and timely manner. This position requires the exercise of independent judgment, timeliness, accuracy and responsibility with minimal supervision by the director or supervisor.
Responsibilities
Prepares cytologic specimens for analysis
Assures proper maintenance of equipment
Verifies and assures accuracy of specimen and patient information.
Enters information into computer reporting system according to standard laboratory procedures
Performs all appropriate laboratory technical procedures including specimen prep, staining, destaining and restaining and screening with little or no supervision
Screens specimens and dots slides as appropriate for pathologist
Performs testing and reports results on laboratory specimens
Performs all duties associated with FNA specimen collection, processing and screening
Meets the diagnostic performance guideline established by the medical director
Performs job duties in an honest, punctual and ethical manner
Reviews and updates all cytology related procedures and procedure manuals on an annual basis and prepares for review by the Medical Director
Performs quality control and maintains all appropriate documentation
Achieves minimum daily workload productivity as established by the Medical Director
Adheres to NYS screening guidelines for cytotechnologists and maintains proper documents pertaining to number of slides screened
Maintains competency and assumes responsibility for continuing education relevant to responsibilities
As a Cytotechnologist II, participates in the quality control program by re-screening negative pap smears to validate test results
Demonstrates technical skills necessary to perform specimen collection and triage
Accepts and identifies specimens received in the laboratory
Checks specimen container and requisition for proper identification and specimen transport condition
Enters patient demographics and specimen information into the pathology information system
Selects paperwork required to ensure specimen identification, specimen processing and billing
Verifies insurance information and retrieves missing information.
Demonstrates the ability to perform gross examinations of specimens
Checks and maintains accurate specimen identification
Determines correct fixatives for requested procedures
Weighs and measures specimens
Selects tissues and cassettes for processing and stores residual tissues using methods that insure preservation
Records required information necessary for subsequent procedures such as embedding and cutting
Dictates gross descriptions clearly, accurately and according to guidelines of the department
Photographs specimens correctly
Implements proper tissue processing procedures
Follows decalcification procedures
Demonstrates the ability to process Heme/Path bone marrow specimens
Demonstrates the ability to prepare reagents for bone marrow Wright Giemsa stain
Performs Wright Giemsa stain on bone marrow smears
Demonstrates the ability to coverslip and prepare bone marrow slides to be submitted to the pathologist
Other Lab Duties
Assists the Histotechnologists with slide labeling as necessary
Assists with cover slipping and staining procedures as necessary
Maintains laboratory equipment, including monitoring and changing reagents as necessary
Maintains any temperature or other laboratory related charts as requested
Performs other qualified laboratory duties as requested by supervisor
Assures adequate laboratory supply inventory
Thoroughly, accurately and legibly documents test results
Demonstrates and uses the applicable computer systems
Policy and Safety
Reviewed the policy for Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan
Understands the proper use of all personal protective equipment necessary to perform all assigned duties.
Adheres to all policies and procedures regarding precautionary measures taken to minimize risk of bloodborne pathogen transmission.
Equipment Maintenance
Reviewed standard operating procedures and maintenance manuals for equipment
Operates and maintains equipment according to protocol
Communication with Hospital Staff
Establishes relations, supports and provides laboratory assistance as needed
Maintains daily contact with pathologists and other medical staff
Promotes congenial laboratory work environment
Has a clear understanding of who the primary customers are and what they require; focuses on their needs, expectations and satisfaction
Relates to people in an open, friendly and caring manner
Serves customers with respect, tolerance and consideration for cultural, ethnic and/or religious beliefs
Uses customer feedback as a basis for taking actions which solve customer's problems quickly and effectively
Advocates for patient\'s rights and responsibilities
Qualifications/Requirements
EXPERIENCE: See Education
Education
Must have a bachelor\'s degree in Cytotechnology OR
A bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university with an appropriate distribution of biology, chemistry and math courses and completed a program in Cytotechnology. OR
Meets one of the grand parenting requirements for licensure as a Cytotechnologist - 1) Cytotechnologist I - Meets the minimum NYSED requirements for a Cytotechnologist. 2) Cytotechnologist II - Four years experience as a Cytotechnologist I and achieves all Cytotechnologist I core competencies
Licenses/Certifications
Must meet New York State Education Department requirements as a Cytotechnologist and hold a NYSED license in Cytotechnology.
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Responsibilities
Prepares cytologic specimens for analysis
Assures proper maintenance of equipment
Verifies and assures accuracy of specimen and patient information.
Enters information into computer reporting system according to standard laboratory procedures
Performs all appropriate laboratory technical procedures including specimen prep, staining, destaining and restaining and screening with little or no supervision
Screens specimens and dots slides as appropriate for pathologist
Performs testing and reports results on laboratory specimens
Performs all duties associated with FNA specimen collection, processing and screening
Meets the diagnostic performance guideline established by the medical director
Performs job duties in an honest, punctual and ethical manner
Reviews and updates all cytology related procedures and procedure manuals on an annual basis and prepares for review by the Medical Director
Performs quality control and maintains all appropriate documentation
Achieves minimum daily workload productivity as established by the Medical Director
Adheres to NYS screening guidelines for cytotechnologists and maintains proper documents pertaining to number of slides screened
Maintains competency and assumes responsibility for continuing education relevant to responsibilities
As a Cytotechnologist II, participates in the quality control program by re-screening negative pap smears to validate test results
Demonstrates technical skills necessary to perform specimen collection and triage
Accepts and identifies specimens received in the laboratory
Checks specimen container and requisition for proper identification and specimen transport condition
Enters patient demographics and specimen information into the pathology information system
Selects paperwork required to ensure specimen identification, specimen processing and billing
Verifies insurance information and retrieves missing information.
Demonstrates the ability to perform gross examinations of specimens
Checks and maintains accurate specimen identification
Determines correct fixatives for requested procedures
Weighs and measures specimens
Selects tissues and cassettes for processing and stores residual tissues using methods that insure preservation
Records required information necessary for subsequent procedures such as embedding and cutting
Dictates gross descriptions clearly, accurately and according to guidelines of the department
Photographs specimens correctly
Implements proper tissue processing procedures
Follows decalcification procedures
Demonstrates the ability to process Heme/Path bone marrow specimens
Demonstrates the ability to prepare reagents for bone marrow Wright Giemsa stain
Performs Wright Giemsa stain on bone marrow smears
Demonstrates the ability to coverslip and prepare bone marrow slides to be submitted to the pathologist
Other Lab Duties
Assists the Histotechnologists with slide labeling as necessary
Assists with cover slipping and staining procedures as necessary
Maintains laboratory equipment, including monitoring and changing reagents as necessary
Maintains any temperature or other laboratory related charts as requested
Performs other qualified laboratory duties as requested by supervisor
Assures adequate laboratory supply inventory
Thoroughly, accurately and legibly documents test results
Demonstrates and uses the applicable computer systems
Policy and Safety
Reviewed the policy for Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan
Understands the proper use of all personal protective equipment necessary to perform all assigned duties.
Adheres to all policies and procedures regarding precautionary measures taken to minimize risk of bloodborne pathogen transmission.
Equipment Maintenance
Reviewed standard operating procedures and maintenance manuals for equipment
Operates and maintains equipment according to protocol
Communication with Hospital Staff
Establishes relations, supports and provides laboratory assistance as needed
Maintains daily contact with pathologists and other medical staff
Promotes congenial laboratory work environment
Has a clear understanding of who the primary customers are and what they require; focuses on their needs, expectations and satisfaction
Relates to people in an open, friendly and caring manner
Serves customers with respect, tolerance and consideration for cultural, ethnic and/or religious beliefs
Uses customer feedback as a basis for taking actions which solve customer's problems quickly and effectively
Advocates for patient\'s rights and responsibilities
Qualifications/Requirements
EXPERIENCE: See Education
Education
Must have a bachelor\'s degree in Cytotechnology OR
A bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university with an appropriate distribution of biology, chemistry and math courses and completed a program in Cytotechnology. OR
Meets one of the grand parenting requirements for licensure as a Cytotechnologist - 1) Cytotechnologist I - Meets the minimum NYSED requirements for a Cytotechnologist. 2) Cytotechnologist II - Four years experience as a Cytotechnologist I and achieves all Cytotechnologist I core competencies
Licenses/Certifications
Must meet New York State Education Department requirements as a Cytotechnologist and hold a NYSED license in Cytotechnology.
About Us HealthAlliance Hospital
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Savings Account
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
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