Job Title: CytotechnologistLocation: Ithaca, NY Facility Type: Acute Care HospitalContract Duration: 6-8 Weeks Shift: Day Shift | Monday-Friday | 5x8-Hour Days (7.5 hours/day; 37.5 hours/week) Pay Range: $50-$65 per hour Status: Accepting both Travel and Local candidatesPosition Summary:A well-established hospital laboratory is seeking a qualified Cytotechnologist to support their pathology team. The candidate will be responsible for screening and interpreting gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens and assisting in FNA (Fine Needle Aspiration) procedures for immediate adequacy evaluations. The role requires high attention to detail, strong documentation, and strict adherence to regulatory standards.Key Responsibilities:Screen and evaluate gynecologic specimens using Hologic ThinPrepAnalyze and document non-gynecologic specimens; enter findings in EpicParticipate in ultrasound/CT-guided FNA procedures for rapid adequacy evaluationMaintain QA records, workload logs, and regulatory documentationAccurately accession, identify, and process all cytology specimensEnsure compliance with NY State, Joint Commission, HIPAA, and infection control standardsMaintain continuing education (minimum 24 hours per year)Oversee slide/block retention and manage send-outsAssist with instrument maintenance and lab operationsPerform other assigned laboratory duties as neededRequirements:Active New York State Cytotechnologist LicenseCertification in Hologic ThinPrep Imager and Review ScopeMinimum 1 year of cytology experienceExperience with Epic (preferred)Familiarity with Hologic ThinPrep technologyPrevious travel experience not required
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