Cytotechnologist (FT, Days) - Cherry Hill

Cytotechnologist

The Cytotechnologist performs microscopic evaluation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens, including fine needle aspirations, according to established procedures and protocols. The Cytotechnologist accurately screens routine GYN and Non GYN slides for the presence of abnormal cells. The Cytotechnologist works effectively as a team member within the department and with other departments to provide quality service through communication, cooperation, and collaboration.

Job responsibilities include:

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Prepares and examines non-gynecologic and gynecologic slides for cellular evidence of disease and renders an interpretation of the findings in precise cytopathology terminology. Recognizes deviation from expected results and marks areas for cytopathologist review.
• Assists with Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy and other procedures. Communicates requirements for specimen submission.
• Utilizes computer equipment to record and transmit laboratory data.
• Participates in Quality Control and proficiency testing programs and other required programs to maintain certification.
• Signs out negative gynecological smears.
• Participates in orientation and training of new employees and students, hospital and laboratory in-service and continuing education programs and mandated annual proficiency testing to ensure currency of job knowledge and technical competency.
• Performs other duties as assigned by lead, supervisor, or manager.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree Science Degree in Cytotechnology, graduate from a CAHEA-accredited school of Cytotechnology required.

Experience: 2 years' previous experience preferred; student training accepted.

Licenses and Certifications: CP-BC - Clinical Pathologist-Board Certified - American Board of Pathology preferred.

Salary Range $36.96 to $52.67 Hourly

The actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive.

Positions posted as annual salaries reflect an estimated amount for a 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) (i.e. 40 hour equivalent)), positions for less than 1.0 FTE will be prorated.

Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type Regular

Employee Entity Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc

Primary Location Address 2201 Chapel Ave West & Cooper Landing Rd, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, United States of America

Jefferson, principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research.

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