Chief Technologist, Cytotechnology - Sign On Bonus

2600 White Plains Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 128,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

White Plains Hospital Medical Center in White Plains, NY, is seeking a Cytotechnologist for day shift (Mon-Fri, 9 AM-5 PM). Responsibilities include screening gynecological and non-gynecological specimens, signing out with the pathologist, and maintaining SOPs and QC reports.

Requires BS with ASCP registry or cytology credential, NYS Cytotechnologist license, and 3 years of experience in cytology. Must be proficient with Bethesda system reporting and comfortable with frequent computer use and

Qualifications

• BS with ASCP registry and/or certified cytology school degree required.
• 1-3 years experience in cytology screening.
• 3 years minimum experience screening gynecological, non-gynecological specimens and fine needle aspirations.
• Familiar with Bethesda system for Cytology reporting.
• Attention to detail; adaptable and organized.
• Requires frequent use of computers and lab equipment.; rapid assessment of department needs.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to CAP and NYSDOH standards; maintain required records.
• Write, revise and maintain SOPs for policy and procedures.
• Screen cytology cases daily and sign out with pathologist.
• Assist with cytology preparation, staining and coverslipping.
• Schedule per diem coverage and supervise.
• Submit quality control/quality assurance reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organized

Adaptability

Computer literacy

Education

BS with ASCP registry / certified cytology school degree

New York State cytotechnologist license

Tools

ThinPrep Certification

Job description

City/State: White Plains, New York Department: Lab Anatomic Pathology Work Shift: Day Work Days: MON-FRI Scheduled Hours: 9 AM-5 PM Hours Per Pay Period: 75 Sign On Bonus: 30,000 Pay Rate/Range: $128,349.00 - $165,009.00

Essential Functions

1. Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors
2. Must Maintain all records as per regulatory agencies requirements-CAP and NYSDOH. Must perform monthly and annual review of all required standards.
3. Writes and revises and maintains SOP's for policy and procedure manual
4. Assists in Cytology Aspiration procedures that are scheduled from Ambulatory Surgery, Breast Imaging, Endoscopy, Off Site Radiology, and Radiology Department.
5. Screens gynecological and non-gynecological cases on a daily basis and in a timely manner.
6. Sign out cases with the Pathologist on (according to schedule)
7. Assists with preparation, staining and coverslipping of cytology specimens as needed.
8. Labels all Cytology stained slides, compares name, number of slides, clinical information, and gross description against the Cytology requisitions.
9. Change and clean equipment and solutions in the Cytology Aspiration procedure tray, keep Cytology Aspiration procedure supplies in tray stocked as needed.
10. Schedules per diem coverage and supervises same.
11. Prepares and submits quality control/quality assurance reports.
12. Meets regularly with Laboratory Director and Administrator.
13. Maintains CME log for all members of section.
14. Interviews cytology candidates for employment.
15. Maintains and writes competency reviews for Cytotechnologists.
16. Assists with cytotechnologists performance appraisals.
17. Assists with disciplinary action as needed for Cytology.
18. Orders supplies and maintains inventory.
19. Participates in any other departmental activities as directed by the Laboratory Director or Pathology Supervisor.
20. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS with ASCP registry and/or certified cytology school degree required
• 1-3 years
• 3 years minimum experience screening gynecological, non-gynecological specimens and fine needle aspirations
• Required Familiar with Bethesda system for Cytology reporting.
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability, flexibility Organized
• Requires frequent use of computers and other office and laboratory equipment.
• Must be able to rapidly assess and respond to situational needs of the department.
• Cytotechnologist - New York State Board of Clinical Laboratory Technology
• Upon Hire Required ASCP - International Medical Laboratory Scientist - AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR CLINICAL PATHOLOGY (ASCP)
• Upon Hire ThinPrep Certification Upon Hire Required

White Plains Hospital Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. White Plains Hospital Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

White Plains Hospital is a proud member of the Montefiore Health System, serving as its tertiary hub of advanced care in the Hudson Valley. The Hospital is a 292-bed not-for-profit health care organization with the primary mission of providing exceptional acute and preventive medical care to all people who live in, work in or visit Westchester County and its surrounding areas. White Plains Hospital has outpatient medical facilities across Westchester, including multispecialty practices in Armonk, Hawthorne, Larchmont, New Rochelle, Rye Brook, Scarsdale, Somers, Yonkers and Yorktown Heights; and Scarsdale Medical Group locations in Harrison and Scarsdale. The Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission, and in 2025 received another 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) - the highest distinction offered by the federal agency - for the fourth consecutive year. In addition, the Hospital received its third Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a distinction held by only two percent of hospitals in the country. White Plains Hospital has consistently received the Outstanding Patient Experience Award from Healthgrades, and in 2025 was awarded an A Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group for the 14th consecutive time.