Cytotechnologist

1046 Health Network Laboratories LLC; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HNL Lab Medicine is seeking a Cytology professional to perform cytologic evaluation of diverse cell samples with a focus on accurate test results for physicians. The role requires adherence to CLIA high complexity standards and collaboration with pathologists.

The candidate will prioritize work, support CAP inspections, and participate in ongoing education, contributing to timely, accurate diagnoses in a busy lab environment.

Qualifications

• Must meet CLIA 88 personnel requirements for high complexity testing.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, manuals, necessary reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates prepared anatomic specimens for interpretation of benign, premalignant and malignant conditions.
• Determines whether cellular changes meet guidelines and refers to pathologist.
• Marks cells most representative of any pathological process.
• Provides preliminary differential diagnosis for the pathologist on GYN and Non-GYN specimens.
• Assists CAP inspections and procedure revisions.
• Participates in Service Recovery and continuing education programs.

Skills

Language Ability

Math Ability

Reasoning Ability

Computer Skills

Education

CLIA high complexity testing

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

ASCP Certification

Job description

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 7:30a-4:00p. Performs cytologic evaluation on a variety of cell samples for the presence or absence or cancer, infectious disease and other cellular abnormalities in order to provide accurate tests results to physicians in a timely manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Evaluates prepared anatomic specimens for interpretation of benign, premalignant and malignant conditions, inflammatory changes, hormonal pathologies and the presence of microorganisms with minimal technical supervision. Accurately determines whether cellular changes meet established guidelines and necessitate referral to pathologist of GYN specimens. Accurately selects and clearly marks cells most representative of any pathological process. Provides an accurate preliminary differential diagnosis for the pathologist on GYN and Non-GYN specimens and a final diagnosis on negative GYN specimens (pap tests). Screens work with minimal discrepancy between technologist/pathologist. Adheres to individual workload limit established by technical supervisor and does not exceed the maximum number established by federal regulations. Prioritizes/reorganizes work in response to heavy workloads and/or STAT requests and completes work within designated turn-around times. May be requested to prepare specimens for diagnostic analysis. Assists in CAP inspection and CAP procedure revisions. Assists radiologist or clinician in fine needle biopsy procedures; appropriately contacts pathologist through telepathology for confirmation of adequacy and guidance for ancillary studies. Participates in Service Recovery and continuing education programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience: Must meet CLIA 88 personnel requirements for high complexity testing.

Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, manuals, necessary reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to appropriately communicate with staff via conversations and computer messages.

Math Ability: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in verbal, mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills: Word processing, Spreadsheets, E-mail and Laboratory Information Systems.

Certificates and Licenses: Certification by a recognized certifying agency for clinical laboratory professionals preferred (ASCP, IAC, ASMT, NCA, etc.). Passing grade required on annual proficiency exam.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HNL Lab Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Location

Address: 794 Roble Rd Primary Location: HNL- Roble Position Type: Onsite Department: 1046-00190 Cytology

About Us

We firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the organization. With success in mind as the ultimate goal, we strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and rewarding opportunities. Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm, and where you can learn and grow to your full potential. We're looking for individuals who align with our Core Values and enjoy working as a team to create satisfying outcomes for our patients, customers and clients. At HNL Lab Medicine, our patients are more than just test tubes. We understand the impact each test we analyze has on our patients' lives, and we never take that responsibility lightly. Headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania, we provide testing and related services to physician offices, hospitals, long-term care facilities, employers, and industrial accounts. With more than 50 patient service centers throughout Pennsylvania, we provide accessible, patient-focused laboratory services in the communities we serve. Our team of more than 2,000 professionals includes 109 board-certified pathologists and scientific directors, along with more than 400 certified laboratory scientists and phlebotomists. Together, they bring deep expertise, operational excellence, accountability, and compassionate care to every test we perform.