Cytotechnologist Senior - Full Time - Day Shift - Jefferson

Job Title Independently works to perform routine and special procedures on patient specimens. Assists lab management with the daily operations of the department. Essential Responsibilities Microscopically screens slides containing cells from all body sites. Meets the minimum screening output standard. Microscopically screens slides utilizing imager technology. Prepares and processes specimens and assists with fine needle aspirates, as needed, following departmental policies and safety guidelines. Operates, calibrates, checks and maintains instrumentation. Troubleshoots problems with quality control and test procedures and takes appropriate action to ensure quality clinical information. Serves as a consultant to cytotechnologists and other health care providers as needed. Participates in continuing education to ensure growth and development of the laboratory. Assists in training of other health care providers. Assumes supervisory duties as assigned. Communicates with management and co-workers concerning the needs of laboratory including supplies for efficient laboratory operations. Oversees the development of procedure manual and reviews manual and assures that all staff review and sign all manuals. Performs all other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Bachelor's degree in ASCP eligible program CT(ASCP) or eligible 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements. Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below. For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at View email address on click.appcast.io California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice Highmark Health