Cytotechnologist

Central Ohio Urology Group; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 48,216 - 59,236; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Syracuse is seeking a Cytotechnologist to perform complex technical tasks related to the preparation and screening of cytology slides for cancer and pathologic conditions. The candidate will also manage lab compliance with CLIA standards and may be involved in clerical duties, such as receiving specimens. Ideal candidates will have relevant certification and strong problem-solving and computer skills. The pay range is $35.00-$43.00 per hour based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Education must meet CLIA standards and encompass training in an approved cytotechnology program.
• At least one year of experience is preferred.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex technical tasks involved in preparing and screening cytology slides.
• Receive specimens and complete the accession log book.
• Maintain laboratory compliance with CLIA standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Computer information systems

Communication

Education

Certification in cytotechnology (ASCP or equivalent)

Tools

Standard office equipment

Job description

**About the Role** The role of the Cytotechnologist is to perform complex technical tasks involved in the preparation and screening of cytology slides for evidence of cancer or other pathologic conditions. **What You’ll Be Doing** **Clerical Duties** Receive specimens and assign accession numbers to specimens received in the accession log book. Gives a gross description to each specimen received.**Specific Cytology Duties**Maintains and ensures the laboratory is CLIA compliant and oversees the daily operation of CLIA requirements for the Pathology laboratory.Performs other duties as assigned. **Non-specific Cytology Duties**Education must meet CLIA standards and encompass training in an approved cytotechnology program and successful certification (ASCP or equivalent). At least one year of experience is preferred. **Reasoning Ability** Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. **Computer Skills** To perform this job successfully, an individual should have thorough knowledge in computer information systems. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. **Other Duties** Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected. Salary Range: *Please note that the hourly range for this position will vary based on experience level, education and geographical location.*$35.00-$43.00 / hour