Location: Bronx,NY, USA
Title: Cytotechnologist
Shift: 9-5 pm M-F (40 hours weekly)
Location: Bronx, NY 10461
Duration: 13 Weeks (Possible Extension)
Pay: $48/hr.
Summary:
1. Microscope screening and examination of cytology slides, including gynecological cytology (pap smears), non-gynecological specimens and fine needle aspirations.
2. Refer abnormal slides to the pathologist to finalize diagnosis.
3. Document normal and abnormal results in the Laboratory Information system (LIS).
4. Document daily workload including amount of patient slides, controls and the time spent to complete the workload.
5. Take part in CME activities.
6. Divide and distribute the work in such a manner that the mandated workload limit is not exceeded.
7. Work in the Cytoprep laboratory when necessary to perform accessioning, slide preparation, staining and coverslipping.
8. Provide training and orientation to cytoprep technicians and cytotechnologists.
9. Evaluate quality of staining and document contamination if present.
10. Perform quality control of negative gynecological cases and document results in the laboratory system.
11. Perform proficiency testing annually or as required.
12. Re-screen previous cases from patients with current high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions.
13. Other duties as it relates to Department.
Requirements:
Current license to practice as a Cytotechnologist in New York State
Bachelor's degree and training in cytotechnology
Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.