Cytotechnologist

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Morgantown, West Virginia is looking for a skilled Cytotechnologist to process and screen cytological specimens and assist pathologists in specimen interpretation. Candidates must have graduated from a CAAHEP accredited program and hold the necessary state licensure. Responsibilities include performing quality assurance, preparing reagents, and assisting with patient procedures, working Monday to Friday in a non-exempt position with a 40-hour week. Previous lab experience is preferred, and candidates should be proficient with laboratory equipment and communication.

Qualifications

• Must possess current licensure according to state board requirements.
• Preferred: Previous laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Process and screen cytological specimens from various body sites.
• Recognize abnormal and normal cells and classify findings.
• Assist physicians with FNA specimen adequacy determination.

Skills

Laboratory equipment usage

Computer proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Graduated from a CAAHEP or CAHEA accredited cytotechnologist program

Certification by ASCP as a Cytotechnologist

Job description

Process and screen cytological specimens from various body sites. Work closely with pathologists in review and interpretation of specimens. Recognize abnormal and normal cells and classify findings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAAHEP or CAHEA accredited cytotechnologist program.
• Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided: PA: No license issued; WV: Cytotechnologist license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) as a Cytotechnologist.
• Previous laboratory experience.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform and analyze according to SOPs, basic and complex diagnostic procedures designed to produce accurate reproducible results to meet the needs of patients, as requested by the physician.
• Assist physicians with FNA specimen adequacy determination during patient procedures.
• Prepare reagents and solutions correctly and accurately to complete necessary testing/requests according to SOP.
• Restock the work area and FNA carts with needed supplies to assist co‑workers.
• Prepare and accession patient specimens, accepting only specimens that are properly collected, labeled, and contain sufficient information. Resolve issues with specimen orders in accordance with laboratory policies.
• Perform required quality assurance and control procedures on a predetermined schedule to ensure reliability of reagents and equipment.
• Perform required troubleshooting and appropriate problem resolution in a timely manner (e.g., review of QC records).
• Participate, as required, in proficiency testing, interpretation, and reporting using established procedures.
• Promptly verify abnormal / panic results and notify, as required per SOP, patient care units and/or physicians with full documentation of steps taken.
• Participate in educational endeavors of the institution to meet current and future hospital needs.
• Participate in the training, supervision, and evaluation of new employees as established by laboratory policies.

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand and/or sit for long periods of time.
• Visual acuity must not be impaired. Color differentiation is required.
• Manual dexterity for instrument operation including microscope.

Working Environment

• Noisy environment.
• Foul or unpleasant odors.
• Perform procedures and operate instrumentation while wearing protective apparel.
• May be exposed to virus, disease, and infection from patients and specimens.

Skills and Abilities

• Able to use a computer keyboard, monitor, and mouse.
• Able to communicate verbally, written, and electronically with healthcare personnel, families, and patients.
• 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 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 Drive, Morgantown, West 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.