Cytotechnologist Full-Time

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Cytologist to join our dynamic Cytology Lab team! This is a full-time position offering a daylight schedule (Monday through Friday) with no weekend or holiday responsibilities . In this role, you will primarily work at Magee-Womens Hospital , with rotation to the UPMC Mercy laboratory.

If you are a highly skilled and motivated Cytologist looking to make an impact in the field of cytopathology, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our innovative team at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital.

UPMC is offering a generous sign-on bonus for Cytologists of up to $15,000 for those who qualify!

Assist with special projects and conferences.
Perform all responsibilities according to the philosophy of the UPMC Health System such that the needs of our customers are fulfilled.
perform cytopreparation, staining and clerical functions as necessary.
Operate and maintain equipment within the scope of training utilizing defined schedules and written instructions to perform quality control checks, preventive maintenance, and calibration. Assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department on a temporary basis as delegated.
Maintain in-depth knowledge of cytologic criteria and keep abreast of current developments in the field of cytology.
Assist with the collection of fine needle aspirations and other specimens as necessary following established procedures.
Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.
Enter diagnoses on all patient cases in the Pathology Information System and sign out negative Pap tests.
Train and orient new employees, students and residents.
Correlate pertinent clinical history and obtain it when necessary as well as correlate current case with previous cytologic and/or surgical specimens.
Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, compliance and personnel policies.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university required.

• 1-2 years' experience as a Cytologist preferred.
• Pathology Information System experience preferred.