What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cytotechnologist - North Philadelphia - FT-Days position at Jefferson Health?
Responsibilities
Jefferson?
In keeping with Jefferson's Mission, We Improve Lives, it is our goal to recruit, retain, develop and reward highly qualified employees. If you are enthusiastic, caring and dedicated to service excellence, we invite you to consider joining Jefferson. Jefferson encourages its employees to expand their knowledge and develop their careers through growth opportunities and continuing education. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits plan that includes, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Credit Program; Tuition Assistance; and Generous Paid Time Off.
Job Summary
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.
Responsibilities
Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jefferson’s clinical entities or at the University. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from Jefferson.
Jefferson?
In keeping with Jefferson's Mission, We Improve Lives, it is our goal to recruit, retain, develop and reward highly qualified employees. If you are enthusiastic, caring and dedicated to service excellence, we invite you to consider joining Jefferson. Jefferson encourages its employees to expand their knowledge and develop their careers through growth opportunities and continuing education. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits plan that includes, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Credit Program; Tuition Assistance; and Generous Paid Time Off.
Job Summary
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.
Responsibilities
- Assists with Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy and other procedures.
- Prepares and examines non-gynecologic and gynecologic slides for cellular evidence of disease and renders an interpretation of the findings in precise cytopathology terminology.
- Participates in Quality Control and proficiency testing programs and other required programs to maintain certification.
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Cytotechnology, graduate from a CAHEA-accredited school of Cytotechnology.
- 1-2 years’ previous experience preferred; student training accepted
- CT (ASCP) certification or equivalent preferred
Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jefferson’s clinical entities or at the University. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from Jefferson.
