Cytotechnologist

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals is seeking a Cytotechnologist to perform and analyze diagnostic procedures, assist with FNA adequacy, and maintain specimen integrity. You will prepare reagents, manage lab inventory, and ensure proper labeling and accessioning of specimens.

The role requires a Cytotechnologist license (WV) and ASCP certification, with prior laboratory experience preferred. Schedule is Monday–Friday in Morgantown, WV, with no holidays.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAAHEP or CAHEA accredited cytotechnologist program.
• Must possess current licensure as required by state where services will be provided: WV cytotechnologist license.

Responsibilities

• Perform and analyze according to SOP to produce accurate, reproducible results.
• Assist with FNA specimen adequacy determination during procedures.
• Prepare reagents and solutions to complete testing per SOP.
• Restock the work area and FNA carts to support colleagues.
• Prepare and accession patient specimens, ensuring proper collection and labeling.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication

Lab equipment

Education

ASCP Cytotechnologist certification

CAAHEP/CAHEA cytotechnologist program

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate from 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

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Certified by American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) as a Cytotechnologist.

EXPERIENCE:

• 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.

• 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.
• Assist Physicians with FNA specimen adequacy determination during patient procedures.
• Prepare, reagent, and solution correctly and accurately to complete necessary testing/requests according to the SOP.
• Restock the work area and FNA carts of needed supplies to assist co-workers in the performance of their duties.
• 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 policies
• 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 quality
• Perform required troubleshooting and subsequent appropriate problem resolution, in a timely manner (e.g., review of the QC records).
• Participate, as required, in proficiency testing/interpretation/reporting using established procedures and resulting in a satisfactory report.
• Promptly verify, abnormal/panic results and notifies, as required per SOP, patient care unit and/or physician with full documentation of steps taken.
• Participate in the educational endeavors of the institution to meet the current and future needs of the hospital.
• Participate, as required, in the training, supervision and evaluation of new employees, as established by laboratory policies (e.g., section training checklist).

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 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 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.