Cytotechnologist - FT

Englewood Hospital; Englewood (NJ); On-site; USD 62,508 - 89,027; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Englewood Hospital is seeking a Cytotechnologist to screen GYN, Non-GYN, and FNA cytology specimens. The role demands attention to detail as you will ensure quality control on specimens, prepare diagnoses, and maintain essential lab records.

Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and certification in Cytotechnology. The position offers a full-time schedule with a day shift from Tuesday to Friday, along with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a Biological, Chemical or Clinical Laboratory Science.
• Graduate from an accredited School of Cytotechology and certified in Cytotechnology by an HHS approved agency (ASCP).
• Minimum one-year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screens GYN and Non-GYN and FNA cytology specimens.
• Ensures every 10th negative GYN case is quality controlled by a pathologist.
• Maintains records and annual statistics for cytology specimens.

Skills

Cytology specimen screening

Quality control processes

Labeled specimen management

Microscope maintenance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biological, Chemical or Clinical Laboratory Science

Certified in Cytotechnology by an HHS approved agency (ASCP)

Job description

Englewood Health, a leading healthcare system comprising Englewood Hospital and the Englewood Health Physician Network, is committed to delivering exceptional patient care across northern New Jersey. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member can bring their skills, creative ideas, positive approaches, and a commitment to excellence. Join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of transforming the lives of the patients and communities we serve.

Job Summary

To process and screen exfoliated cells.

Job Essentials

• Screens GYN and Non-GYN and FNA cytology specimens.
• Ensures every 10th negative GYN case is quality controlled by a pathologist as well as any other cases at the discretion of cytotechnologist.
• Prepares a final diagnosis on negative/normal gynecologic specimens.
• Enters all preliminary GYN and Non- GYN results in the system to be finalized by a pathologist.
• Attends Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology procedures in CT, Ultrasound and Endoscopy to determine specimen adequacy.
• Ensures all attended procedure specimens are labeled and ordered correctly.
• Maintains all supplies and stain control log for the mobile FNA cart which is stationed in CT and endoscopy suite.
• Perform and document routine maintenance on microscopes and other laboratory equipment to ensure optimal instrument operation.
• Rescreen FNA slides from the Cytodiagnosis and Breast Care Center as well as outside institutions as requested by pathologists.
• Maintains cytology procedure manual and maintains CAP standards for cytology section.
• Prepares cytology and thin prep specimens on a STAT basis when required.
• Keeps statistical records of cytotechnologist workload.
• Maintains records and annual statistics for cytology specimens.
• Performs other duties as required by department.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a Biological, Chemical or Clinical Laboratory Science.
• Graduate from an accredited School of Cytotechology and certified in Cytotechnology by an HHS approved agency (ASCP).
• Minimum one year experience preferred.

Department, Location, Status, Shift, Hours

Department: Laboratory - Histology
Location: Englewood, NJ
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day Shift
Hours: Tues-Friday / 8:00am - 6:00 pm (No Weekends)

Compensation and Benefits

Englewood Health provides a minimum rate to comply with New Jersey Law. The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc. The minimum rate does not include bonuses/incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation. In addition to the minimum rate, eligible employees may receive comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other wellness resources.

Minimum rate: $55.00