Cytotechnologist

Cape Cod Healthcare; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 39,054 - 71,056; Part time

Job summary

Cape Cod Healthcare is looking for a Cytotechnologist in Hyannis, Massachusetts, responsible for screening slides and ensuring quality results. Candidates should have an associate's or bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology and be CT (ASCP) registered. The position offers flexible 24/32 hours per week, primarily during weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a hiring pay range of $28.35 to $51.58 hourly. Exceptional customer service and professional development are emphasized.

Qualifications

• CT (ASCP) registered and one year in an accredited School of Cytotechnology.
• Ability to perform QA/QC if requested.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge through CEUs related to Cytotechnology.

Responsibilities

• Screen an average of 60 slides per day and ensure high-quality results.
• Document slide interpretation results and work statistics.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the laboratory environment.

Skills

English communication

Quality Assurance

Customer service

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology

Job description

Purpose of Position

To perform the duties and responsibilities of a Cytotechnologist including specific administrative functions as defined.

Description

• Ensures the satisfaction of all users of the department's services, both internal and external, and seeks to continually improve customer service and satisfaction.
• Screens an average minimum of 60 slides per day prepared from both gynecological and non‑gynecological sources and signs out results of the highest possible quality.
• Responsible for documenting:
  • The slide interpretation results of each case examined or reviewed.
  • For each 24‑hour period, the total number of slides examined or reviewed in all laboratories.
  • The number of hours spent examining slides in each 24‑hour period.
• Prepares monthly work statistics.
• Serves as technical reference for physicians and other health‑care professionals.
• Performs all facets of cyto‑preparation and post‑cyto preparation.
• Assists in preparation of material obtained from fine‑needle aspirations.
• Performs and documents troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Reviews and revises section manuals as assigned to remain in compliance with CAP and NCCLS standards, at least annually.
• Assists the Anatomic Pathology Supervisor and pathologists in maintaining the Quality Assurance/Quality Control Program: designs and implements Quality Assurance projects, collects data, summarizes results, and makes recommendations.
• Assists in retrospective quality assurance reviews.
• Participates in the preparation of cytology‑histology problem case sets.
• Practices efficient and economical use of laboratory supplies; checks inventory, orders supplies, and restocks upon arrival.
• Maintains confidentiality of information deemed confidential.
• Maintains harmonious and cooperative relations with fellow employees, medical staff, patients, and guests, effectively serving as part of the Laboratory team in providing professional service to patients.
• Maintains work benches, testing areas, and other work areas in a clean, sanitary, and clutter‑free condition for the safety of patients, guests, and staff.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to stay abreast of latest trends in the field; documents completion of at least 6.0 CEUS as approved by the ASCP and/or ASCT.
• Teaches practical and theoretical principles of test procedures, presents in‑services, and assists in the preparation of in‑service and continuing education programs.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of departmental and hospital policies and procedures as they pertain to the job, including fire and disaster plans.
• Performs other work‑related duties and activities as assigned or requested.

Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers, and co‑workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital's commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence, and service.

Qualifications

• Read, write, and communicate in English.
• An associate's or bachelor's degree (copy of degree or transcript required) plus or including one full year in an accredited School of Cytotechnology.
• CT (ASCP) registered.
• Employees with five years of experience will be expected to perform QA/QC when asked.

Schedule Details: 24/32 FLEX hours per week. Hours will be 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.; 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; 8:0 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8‑hour shifts; occasional weekends and occasional holidays.

Organization: Cape Cod Hospital

Primary Location: Massachusetts, Hyannis

Department: CCH‑Pathology

Pay Type: Hourly

Hiring Pay Range: 28.35 – 51.58