Cytotechnologist - Full Time - Day Shift - Wexford

Job description

Company: Allegheny Health Network Job Description: GENERAL OVERVIEW: Independently performs routine and special procedures on patient specimens. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum - Microscopically screens gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides containing cells from all body sites. Meets the minimum screening output standard. Microscopically screens gynecologic slides utilizing imager technology. (60%) - Prepares and processes specimens and assists pathologists, radiologists and clinician with fine needle aspirates, as needed, following departmental policies and safety guidelines. (15%) - Operates, calibrates, checks and maintains instrumentation. Recognizes problems with quality control and test procedures and takes appropriate action to ensure quality clinical information. (10%) - Participates in continuing educational programs to keep updated with current and changing technologies. Assists in training of other health care providers. (10%) - Maintains the cleanliness of the work area and adequate supplies for efficient departmental operations. Participates and successfully completes annual proficiency testing. (5%) - Selects specimens that must be submitted for pathologist review, quality c...