Cytotechnologist, part time, days

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If you are a trained cytotechnologist and potentially looking to go from full-time to part-time (or slowly sail into retirement), this could be your new gig!

We have a small pathology laboratory, looking to find the right person who can help cover PTO and other time off requests both as a cytotechnologist as well as helping out in our histology and accessioning areas. No histology experience required, we will train you!

The cytotechnologist performs microscopic studies of exfoliated, abraded, and aspirated cells from the human body. The cytotechnologist studies cell samples from various body sites to detect cellular changes indicative of cancer. The cytotechnologist follows approved policies and procedures for safe and efficient work practices, results reporting and documentation, and works closely with the pathologist in the communication of diagnostic findings. The cytotechnologist develops and maintains a strong understanding of the laboratory information system. The cytotechnologist maintains a strong working knowledge of sample preparation processes and assists when needed.

Job Type: Part Time

Shift Length: 8 hours (2 days per week, you pick the day/shift)

Weekend Frequency: No weekends

Wage Range: $23.31 - $36.36/hr

Education Requirements:

-Bachelors Degree

-Certified Cytotechnologist (C-CT)

STANDARD WORK PRACTICES

• Demonstrates a good understanding of overall cytology processes and procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform job functions independently.

MICROSCOPY

• Performs microscopic studies of exfoliated, abraded, and aspirated cells from the human body.
• Studies cell samples.

DOCUMENTATION

• Follows specified policies and procedures for the reporting of the findings of microscopic examinations.
• Maintains accurate records of activities within the cytology area of the laboratory.

USE OF RESOURCES

• Meets established expectations for productivity and workload.
• Maintains technical competence through ongoing participation in clinical training and education opportunities.
• Maintains competence in various related functions such as assisting pathologists in the collection of fine needle aspirates and duties of the laboratory pathology processors Supports co-workers.
• Understands the commonly used functions of the laboratory information system and uses all software in accordance with established policies and procedures.

QUALITY MANAGEMENT

• Participates in all required QC and QA activities appropriate for the services provided.
• Works closely with Pathologists and other cytotechnologists on case referrals and reviews.
• Maintains knowledge of external regulatory requirements specific to cytology and communicates necessary changes to meet those requirements.
• Identifies and offers suggestions for process improvement opportunities.
• Assists the Technical Consultant with quality related functions.

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