Henry Ford Health
Cytotechnologist - Part-Time - Days -
Henry Ford Health, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
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General Summary
Under general supervision, prepares and stains specimens from any body site and microscopically examines their cellular structures to detect cancer and other abnormalities. Responsible for issuing diagnostic reports on normal (negative) gynecological specimens. Assists clinician at the aspiration biopsy site by preparing smears, proper collection and processing of the specimen.
Principal Duties And Responsibilities
As per departmental guidelines, processes the specimens and stains the smears.
Microscopically examines prepared, stained smears to detect structural abnormalities.
Classifies smears based on cellular knowledge as normal (negative), abnormal and diagnostic of cancer.
Correlate surgical reports from HFH anatomic pathology with cytologic findings.
Rotate on technical processing, cubicle position, and NGYN screening according to schedule set by leader/supervisor.
For gynecological specimens (Pap smears), determine which cases should be further evaluated by the cytopathologist, formulate and issue diagnostic reports on normal (negative) cases, and perform follow-up triage on all cases routed to the pathologist before finalization of reports.
Assist with instructional training of MLT, cytotechnology students, residents, fellows, and the orientation of new staff.
Maintains competency in the use of information systems used for daily work.
Education/Experience Required
A Bachelors degree with successful completion in CAAHEP accredited program in cytotechnology or fulfill CLIA88 requirements for cytotechnologist as stated in Federal Register 493.1483, if prior to 1992. Ability to sit for long periods of time at a microscope.
Licenses and Certifications Required
ASCP eligibility or certification in cytotechnology.
Additional Information
Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
Department: Pathology Cytology Lab
Shift: Day Job
Union Code: Not Applicable
Seniority level:
Associate
Employment type:
Part-time
Job function:
Health Care Provider
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care, Insurance, and Wellness and Fitness Services
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Cytotechnologist - Part-Time - Days -
role at
Henry Ford Health
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General Summary
Under general supervision, prepares and stains specimens from any body site and microscopically examines their cellular structures to detect cancer and other abnormalities. Responsible for issuing diagnostic reports on normal (negative) gynecological specimens. Assists clinician at the aspiration biopsy site by preparing smears, proper collection and processing of the specimen.
Principal Duties And Responsibilities
As per departmental guidelines, processes the specimens and stains the smears.
Microscopically examines prepared, stained smears to detect structural abnormalities.
Classifies smears based on cellular knowledge as normal (negative), abnormal and diagnostic of cancer.
Correlate surgical reports from HFH anatomic pathology with cytologic findings.
Rotate on technical processing, cubicle position, and NGYN screening according to schedule set by leader/supervisor.
For gynecological specimens (Pap smears), determine which cases should be further evaluated by the cytopathologist, formulate and issue diagnostic reports on normal (negative) cases, and perform follow-up triage on all cases routed to the pathologist before finalization of reports.
Assist with instructional training of MLT, cytotechnology students, residents, fellows, and the orientation of new staff.
Maintains competency in the use of information systems used for daily work.
Education/Experience Required
A Bachelors degree with successful completion in CAAHEP accredited program in cytotechnology or fulfill CLIA88 requirements for cytotechnologist as stated in Federal Register 493.1483, if prior to 1992. Ability to sit for long periods of time at a microscope.
Licenses and Certifications Required
ASCP eligibility or certification in cytotechnology.
Additional Information
Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
Department: Pathology Cytology Lab
Shift: Day Job
Union Code: Not Applicable
Seniority level:
Associate
Employment type:
Part-time
Job function:
Health Care Provider
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care, Insurance, and Wellness and Fitness Services
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