Cytotechnologist

WVU; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Morgantown is seeking a Cytotechnologist to process and analyze cytological specimens. The successful candidate will work closely with Pathologists, possess relevant West Virginia licensure, and have certification from ASCP. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic procedures, quality assurance, and assisting in patient procedures. The position offers a 40-hour work week with no holidays or weekends required.

Qualifications

• Must possess current licensure in West Virginia.
• Previous laboratory experience preferred.
• Strong ability to recognize abnormal and normal cells.

Responsibilities

• Process and screen cytological specimens.
• Assist physicians during patient procedures.
• Perform quality assurance and control procedures.
• Verify abnormal results and notify relevant personnel.
• Train new employees as needed.

Skills

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

Manual dexterity for instrument operation

Experience with laboratory equipment

Education

Graduate from CAAHEP or CAHEA accredited cytotechnologist program

Certified by ASCP as a Cytotechnologist

Tools

Microscope

Laboratory equipment

Job description

## Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.Process and screen cytological specimens from various body sites. Work in close relationship with Pathologists in review and interpretation of the specimens. Recognize abnormal and normal cells and classify findings.**EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:**1. Graduate from CAAHEP or CAHEA accredited cytotechnologist program.2. Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided:**PA:** No license issued**WV:** Cytotechnologist license**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:****EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:**1. Certified by American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) as a Cytotechnologist. **EXPERIENCE:**1. Previous laboratory experience.**CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.1. Perform and analyze according to SOP, basic and complex diagnostic procedures designed to produce accurate reproducible results to meet the needs of patients, as requested by the physician.2. Assist Physicians with FNA specimen adequacy determination during patient procedures.3. Prepare, reagent, and solution correctly and accurately to complete necessary testing/requests according to the SOP.4. Restock the work area and FNA carts of needed supplies to assist co-workers in the performance of their duties.5. Prepare and accession patient specimens, accepting only patient specimens for testing that are properly collected and labeled. Evaluate sufficiency of patient information given with specimens and resolve issues with specimen collection and specimen orders in accordance with established laboratory policies6. Perform required quality assurance and control procedures on a predetermined schedule to ascertain the reliability of reagents and laboratory equipment/instrumentation resulting in timely accurate reproducible test results to ensure quality7. Perform required troubleshooting and subsequent appropriate problem resolution, in a timely manner (e.g., review of the QC records).8. Participate, as required, in proficiency testing/interpretation/reporting using established procedures and resulting in a satisfactory report.9 Promptly verify, abnormal/panic results and notifies, as required per SOP, patient care unit and/or physician with full documentation of steps taken.10 Participate in the educational endeavors of the institution to meet the current and future needs of the hospital.11. Participate, as required, in the training, supervision and evaluation of new employees, as established by laboratory policies (e.g., section training checklist).**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Able to stand and/or sit for long periods of time.2. Visual acuity must not be impaired. Color differentiation is required.3. Manual dexterity for instrument operation including microscope.**WORKING ENVIRONMENT:** The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Noisy environment.2. Foul or unpleasant odors.3. Perform procedures and operate instrumentation while wearing protective apparel.4. May be exposed to virus, disease, and infection from patients and specimens. **SKILLS AND ABILITIES:**1. Able to use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse2. Able to communicate verbally, written and electronically with healthcare personnel, families and patients.3. Able to use numerous types of laboratory equipment.**Additional Job Description:**Scheduling: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. No holidays or weekends are required. The employee will rotate between Ruby Memorial Hospital and the Innovation Corporation Center.**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**40**Shift:**Day (United States of America)**Exempt/Non-Exempt:**United States of America (Non-Exempt)**Company:**WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals**Cost Center:**115 WVUH Clinical Labs Anatomic Pathology**Address:**1 Medical Center DriveMorgantownWest Virginia**Equal Opportunity Employer**West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**