Cytology Prep Tech

Cytology Department Assistant

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Location: 595 West State Street, Doylestown PA 18901

Hours: Full Time Day Shift

6:30am-3pm Monday-Friday

Job Summary:

To assist the Cytology Department in the preparation of cytologic material for microscopic evaluation.

Accountabilities:

Prepares and stains gyn and non-gyn cytology specimens.

Follows procedures in Cytology Procedure Manual for cytopreparation of specimens.

Assists in preparing and staining fine needle aspirations for immediate evaluation (EUS/EBUS)

Makes appropriate decision on unusual specimens/circumstances based on the understanding of the theory and potential consequences (both when preparing specimens and staining).

Follows procedures in Cytology Procedure Manual for routine, rapid Diff. Quik staining and cover slipping.

Appropriately performs and documents daily filtering and weekly stain rotation.

Able to prepare cytology specimen for additional testing according to testing facilities procedure.

Utilizes the computer accurately.

Follows established computer protocol as stated in the Computer Manual.

Understands how to appropriately charge a specimen.

Use and troubleshoot the slides and cassettes printer.

Use Cerebro labeling system appropriately for slide and specimen labeling

Able to order appropriate additional tests relating to cytology specimen.

Correctly and legibly labels specimen containers.

Assists in maintaining Cytology instrumentation.

Performs routine maintenance on appropriate Cytology instruments as stated in the Cytology Procedure Manuals.

Able to operate assigned instruments in Cytology. Notifies responsible individuals when problems arise with the instruments.

Assists in the Cytotechnologist with additional designated functions

Files pathology and cytology slides in correct numerical order.

Able to retrieve slides and blocks for review or send-outs.

Files requisitions in correct numerical order

Assign and distribute cases to pathologists as needed

Able to cover department in cytotechnologists absence.

Performs daily documentation as assigned to by cytotechnologist

Follows established protocols on the disposal of tissues and fixatives.

Ensures cytology supplies are stocked. Notifies appropriate individuals when inventory is low.

Promotes patient safety by compliance with Organizational/Departmental policies and procedures.

Maintains confidentiality of customers and associates at all times.

Timely completion of yearly competencies, mandatory job requirements (RAHE, Fire/Safety CE, BLS, background clearance, fingerprinting, etc.) and continuing education.

Keeps abreast of changes and exhibits a supportive professional attitude.

Keeps abreast of and complies with contents in Laboratory Manual, DH Associate Manual, Infection Control Manual, Chemical/Safety Manual, Computer and each Departmental policy and procedure manuals.

Associate is able to admit errors and accepts responsibility for actions.

Associate assists in training/orientation of lab associates and students.

Associate participates in proficiency testing.

Associate has knowledge of Performance Improvement initiatives.

Associate complies with dress code of department.

Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures

Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization

Qualifications:

H.S Diploma/ GED Required

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