Cytotechnologist

Optum; Town of Carmel (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Cytotechnologist for our Tri-State region. The role involves screening slides for cancer and other pathologies, maintaining specimen integrity, and reporting results within an LIS.

The candidate must hold a NYS Cytotechnologist license, ASCP certification, and have at least four years of cytotechnology experience. Responsibilities include rapid needle-aspiration assessments, quality control, compliance with regulations, and continuing education.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and thoroughness in specimen screening
• Ability to concentrate at the microscope for accurate slide evaluation
• Strong teamwork and professional interaction with medical staff

Responsibilities

• Maintain specimen integrity and patient identification of all samples examined
• Screen and evaluate cytology slides
• Perform rapid assessments of fine needle aspirations
• Enter and report results into the laboratory information system
• Adhere to quality control activities and regulatory compliance
• Participate in training and competency assessment
• Engage in proficiency testing and continuing education as applicable
• Maintain patient test result confidentiality per HIPAA
• Perform other duties including specimen processing and data entry

Skills

Attention to detail

Concentration at microscope

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

BS degree in Biology or related science

Cytotechnology program graduate

NYS Cytotechnologist License

ASCP certification

Tools

LIS

Job description

SIGN ON BONUS - $5,000

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundreds of locations across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

CareMount Medical, P.C. is the largest independent multispecialty medical group in New York State, providing comprehensive medical care of the highest quality to over 640,000 patients in more than 45 locations throughout Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Columbia, and Ulster counties and New York City. Founded in 1946 as Mount Kisco Medical Group, CareMount has grown to over 600 physicians and advanced practice professionals representing more than 40 different medical specialties. CareMount is affiliated with world‑class organizations including Massachusetts General Hospital, Mount Sinai Health System, and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. CareMount offers on‑site laboratory and radiology services, endoscopy and infusion suites, and operates eight urgent‑care centers. Our physicians are frequently recognized as best doctors in respected publications and have been featured in lists including New York Magazine's "Best Doctors," Westchester and Hudson Valley Magazine's "Top Doctors" as well as in Castle Connolly Medical's "Top Doctors." For additional information about CareMount Medical and its specialties, please visit: www.caremountmedical.com.

The group has always maintained a firm commitment to each of our patients...to provide high quality medical and surgical care in a warm, friendly setting, and in a caring manner. Each and every member of our professional and support staff is dedicated to this ideal - physicians, nurses, technicians and support personnel.

The Cytotechnologist will perform the specialized and complex technical tasks involved in screening slides of clinical specimens for evidence of cancer or other pathological conditions to include marking abnormalities, recording interpretations and presenting cases for subsequent review by a pathologist.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain specimen integrity and patient identification of all samples examined
• Screen and evaluate cytology slides
• Perform rapid assessments of fine needle aspirations
• Enter and/or report results into the laboratory information system as applicable
• Adhere to and document required quality control activities
• Comply with all local and federal regulations
• Participate successfully in required training and competency assessment
• Participate in a CMS approved proficiency testing program annually, as applicable
• Acquire and document required number of continuing education hours annually
• Actively supports and assists in implementation and monitoring of quality control and quality assurance policies
• Participate in and document quality control re-screening as applicable
• Maintain confidentiality of patient test results in accordance with HIPAA
• Perform other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, specimen processing and data entry

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• BS degree in Biology or related science. Must complete and graduate from an accredited Cytotechnology program
• NYS Cytotechnologist License
• ASCP certification
• 4+ years of experience as a cytotechnologist
• Slide examination rate must comply with NYS Cytopathology Standard 14 and 15, which on average does not exceed 17.5 slides per hour for location-guided methods and 12.5 slides per hour for conventional methods
• Proficient using LIS
• Ability to be conscientious and thorough
• Ability to concentrate at the microscope
• Ability to work alone and handle stressful circumstancesAbility to solve problems
• Ability to work as part of a team and interact with other medical and non-medical staff professionally

New York Residents Only:

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone‑of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income‑deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.