Cytologist

Pathgroup-; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

PathGroup- in Greenville, SC is seeking a Cytotechnologist to examine cells on glass slides to detect diseased conditions and pre-malignant/malignant changes, following department protocols, with daily gynecological and non-gynecological slide reviews. The role requires ASCP Cytotechnologist certification and graduation from an approved School of Cytotechnology; Tennessee license is preferred.

Candidates should have at least one year of related experience and commit to QA/QC, safety, compliance,

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Cytotechnology.
• ASCP Cytotechnologist certification required.
• Tennessee Cytotechnologist license preferred.
• Maintains continuing education for certification/licensure.
• Minimum one year experience as a Cytotechnologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examines gynecological and non-gynecological slides daily according to protocols.
• Records findings in computer system and daily logs.
• Identify and correct problems affecting test performance or reporting.
• Communicates issues to supervisor or manager.
• Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Support QA/QC programs and monitoring.
• Adhere to safety procedures and regulatory guidelines.
• Protect confidential health information and comply with Corporate policies.

Skills

Gynecological slides review

Attention to detail

Data recording

Education

Two years of college and graduation from an approved School of Cytotechnology

ASCP Cytotechnologist certification

Tennessee Cytotechnologist License preferred

Continuing education for certification/licensure

Tools

Laboratory QA/QC programs

Job description

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri: 7:30am-4:00pm

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The person in this position is a Cytotechnologist who is responsible for examining cells on glass slides to detect evidence of diseased conditions and pre-malignant and malignant cells.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Examines gynecological and/or non-gynecological slides daily according to department protocols.
• Records findings in computer system.
• Records required data on daily screening and departmental logs.
• Identify and correct problems that may adversely affect test performance or result reporting of patient samples.
• Communicates pertinent section information/issues to supervisor, manager or other appropriate individual.
• Performs instrument maintenance and method troubleshooting.
• Assists in documentation and maintaining effective department QA/QC programs and monitors.
• Must perform within the productivity expectations as set forth by current departmental guidelines.
• Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
• Perform all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry's best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
• Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.

Requirements

EDUCATION & LICENSURE:

• Minimum of two years of college and graduation from an approved School of Cytotechnology
• National certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) as a Cytotechnologist.
• A valid Tennessee Cytotechnologist License is preferred.
• Maintains appropriate continuing education for certification and licensure.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Cytotechnologist screening gynecological and non-gynecological slides preferred.

Work Location Type

On-Site

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