Cytotechnologist

CytotechnologistSome cities never sleep, this one never rests... The Community - Pittsburgh, PA A city on the move. Long known as the Steel Capital, these days, Pittsburgh is known for innovation. In "the Burgh," you will cross a lot of bridges, climb a lot of hills, and explore what the Atlantic calls "the next tech mecca. Ranked as one of the top 25 cities for millennials, the city is home to Google, Uber, Disney Research, Client, and Apple offices, along with tech startups such as Duolingo, Modcloth, and 4Moms.Pittsburgh VAMC It is an acute care and inpatient behavioral health facility with 146 beds available for medical, neurological, and surgical care in the main facility and 78 secure, private psychiatric beds in the consolidation building. This campus also receives the most outpatient visits of all VAPHS facilities. The University Drive campus of VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System is located in the Oakland section of Pittsburgh, adjacent to the University of Pittsburgh's Petersen Events Center.Cytotechnologist - Duties and ResponsibilitiesCollect adequate and properly labeled specimens.Properly determine current clinician orders in the computer, according to laboratory procedures.Process specimens for testing and/or shipment to another laboratory for testing.Maintains adequate stock of supplies and rotates stock as needed to ensure supplies are used according to expiration dates.Assists in cleaning and maintaining all used equipment and workspace daily.The Cytotechnologist receives specimens and accompanying request forms for any of the tests that can be performed and checks each for proper identification.Communicate the daily status and problems about the laboratory output to team members and senior management of the service.The Cytotechnologist processes laboratory specimens per the VA, The Joint Commission, and the College of American Pathologists.Cytotechnologist - RequirementsAny state license honored.Must be a graduate of an accredited program, with an associate degree or greater.Must hold an active ASCP certification.Must be currently certified in ACLS and BLS.KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market. KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.