What are the responsibilities and job description for the CYTOTECHNOLOGIST position at Morris Hospital?
- DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
- A person who performs screening for a variety of diseases using a microscope to detect abnormalities of the human body cells. They interpret cells collected using cytological techniques such as pap smears and fine needle samples. They work in a collaborative environment with the pathologist. At times the cytotechnologist will prepare the slides to be interpreted.
- QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional/Educational
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biological sciences, or related field
- Laboratory training at an accreditated cytotechnologists program resulting in National Certification: CT (CLS), (AMT), (ASCP) and currently registered.
- Experience in slide preparation using a Thinprep or manual method
- Maintain the National Certification through College of American Pathologist Pap Smear Proficiency Program
- Must meet the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988(CLIA ’88) as requirement for testing personnel in a high complexity testing laboratory.
- Maintain the Quality Assurance for the cytological specimens insuring the screening and rescreening of slides by appropriate parameters.
- Personal
- Evidence of good health, grooming and professional conduct.
- Desire and ability to cooperate with and/or under the direction of others.
- Possesses a sense of responsibility, initiative and honesty.
- Ability to follow directions accurately.
- Appreciation of and desire to be a part of a health care team dedicated to providing patients optimal care.
- Ability to work closely with Medical Technologists, other technicians, patients, physicians, nurses and other employees.
Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers offers a comprehensive benefit package including:
- Medical, dental, vision plans
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan, including immediate 100% vesting
- Life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Nurse residency program
- Wellness program
- Health club / gym membership reimbursement
- Reward & Recognition programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
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