Cytotechnologist

Job Posting

Sibley Memorial Hospital, a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine, has a distinguished history of serving the community since its founding in 1890. As a not-for-profit and full-service community hospital, Sibley offers medical, surgical, intensive care, obstetric, oncology, orthopedic and skilled nursing inpatient services, as well as a 24-hour Emergency Department. Sibley's campus is also home to Grand Oaks, an assisted living residence; a medical building with physician offices and ambulatory surgery and imaging centers.

What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development
• Tuition assistance
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Comprehensive and affordable benefit package

Full Time-/Day Shift /7am-3:30pm

Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington, D.C.

General Summary:

• Under the general supervision of the Medical Director of Anatomic Pathology, microscopically examines human cellular samples from various body sites in accordance with departmental procedures and policies; considering clinical history of the patient, marks pertinent findings; makes the preliminary cytological interpretation for non-gynecologic samples; performs quality control checks; oversees the receipt, accessioning and processing of cytology specimens; performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• A Bachelor's Degree and must have graduated from an approved cytotechnology program as outlined in CLIA >88 (Fed. Register Friday, Feb. 28, 1992 Vol. 57 No. 40).
• Course work in molecular modalities is highly desirable.
• Work requires knowledge of biology, anatomy, and physiology, and detailed knowledge of cytology and cytological preparation techniques normally acquired through completion of an accredited one-year cytotechnology program.
• Must qualify as a cytotechnologist under CLIA 88.
• ASCP certification required.

Experience:

• Prefer 2 years of cytotechnology experience screening non-gynecological specimens including fine needle aspirations.

Important Notices:

***Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.