Cytotechnologist Senior Day Shift - Jefferson

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Independently works to perform routine and special procedures on patient specimens. Assists lab management with the daily operations of the department.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Microscopically screens slides containing cells from all body sites. Meets the minimum screening output standard. Microscopically screens slides utilizing imager technology. (25%)
• Prepares and processes specimens and assists with fine needle aspirates, as needed, following departmental policies and safety guidelines. (20%)
• Operates, calibrates, checks and maintains instrumentation. Troubleshoots problems with quality control and test procedures and takes appropriate action to ensure quality clinical information. (20%)
• Serves as a consultant to cytotechnologists and other health care providers as needed. Participates in continuing education to ensure growth and development of the laboratory. Assists in training of other health care providers. (5%)
• Assumes supervisory duties as assigned. (5%)
• Communicates with management and co-workers concerning the needs of laboratory including supplies for efficient laboratory operations. (5%)
• Oversees the development of procedure manual and reviews manual and assures that all staff review and sign all manuals. (20%)
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree in ASCP eligible program
• CT(ASCP) or eligible
• 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent

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