Cytotechnologist

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34226**$10 000 Bonus and Relocation Assistance Available
**** Facility
* * Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
** Location
* * Fayetteville, North Carolina
** Department
* * Histology
* * Job Family
** Allied Health
** Work Shift
** Days (United States of America)
** Summary
* * Performs primary screening of Non-Gyn cytology cases including fine needle aspiration samples before presenting to pathologists for review. Performs routine cytology specimen preparatory procedures using established protocols: assists with Fine Needle Aspiration collection and scheduling. Prepares and maintains all lab records for quality control, quality assurance and accreditation agencies.#
** Major Job Functions
** The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job.  The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below.  In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:
* Prepares cytology specimens for microscopic examination through centrifugation, smear preparation, staining and cover slipping.
* Performs computer functions to include specimen accession: entry of clinical data to include specimen source and description.
* Performs cytological screening on all slides to detect abnormal cellular conditions: places appropriate marks on slides to direct pathologist to abnormal cells or other significant findings.
* Documents initial diagnostic findings and presents to the pathologist for review and completion.
* Provides pathologist with all slides and special studies required to establish accurate cytological diagnosis.
* Maintains quality control, quality assurance and quality improvement programs for the Cytology lab.
* Compiles and retains statistical data in compliance with regulatory standards.
* Provides pathologist with monthly report containing cytology statistics and workload and Cytology/Histology correlation on suspicious and malignant cases.
* Schedules and assists with special procedures such as Fine Needle Aspirations (FNA) both ultrasound and CT guided, including inpatient bedside service.
* Maintains Cytology laboratory policy and procedure manuals, recommends and implements new cytological procedures and policies.
* Attends all required safety training programs
* Maintains work area—cleans bench, restocks supplies notifies Histology Technical Specialist of low stock.
* Other duties as assigned#
** Minimum Qualifications
** The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:##
** Education and Formal Training**:
* Bachelors degree in Cytotechnology program required
* CT (ASCP) certification or eligible required
* If CT(ASCP) eligible, must obtain certification within 1 year of hire date to retain employment##
** Work Experience**:
* 3 years of Cytology work experience preferred##
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required**:
* None##
** Physical Requirements**:
* Lifting up to 25 pounds
* General motion including bending, squatting, reaching, carrying, pushing and pulling.
* Manual dexterity
* Ability to speak plainly.
* Near visual acuity, ability to discern colors
* May involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material#CFVH-2025
** Required Licenses and Certifications
** CT(ASCP) - American Society For Clinical Pathology Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity For exceptional healthcare come to Cape Fear Valley Health where caring employees are committed to integrity, patient-centeredness and excellence throughout the entire healthcare process. At Cape Fear Valley Health, our goal is to improve the quality of every life we touch.

Our diverse team of doctors, nurses and staff work together to create a better experience for every patient, every time.

Cape Fear Valley is a 950-bed, 8-hospital regional health system, the 8th largest in North Carolina, with more than 1 million inpatient and outpatients annually.  A private not-for-profit organization with over 7,000 employees and 850 physicians.  Our employees and physicians proudly serve a seven-county region of southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Hope Mills, Raeford, Lumberton, Elizabethtown, Clinton, Lillington, Dunn and beyond.  

Our medical facilities include Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital, Cape Fear Valley Rehabilitation Center, Behavioral Health Care, Bladen County Hospital, Hoke Hospital, Central Harnett Hospital, Betsy Johnson Hospital, as well as more than 60 medical offices and specialty care clinics spread throughout the Cape Fear region.
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