Cytotechnologist - Full Time - Day Shift - Wexford

Allegheny Health Network; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a qualified candidate to perform routine and special procedures on patient specimens. Responsibilities include microscopic screening of gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides, preparation and processing of specimens, and maintaining instrumentation. The candidate should have a bachelor's degree in an ASCP-eligible program, with preference for CT (ASCP) certification and clinical experience. This role engages in continuous education and training for healthcare providers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an ASCP-eligible program or a bachelor’s degree and one year of certificate program training.
• CT (ASCP) certification preferred.
• Clinical cytotechnologist experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Microscopically screen gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides.
• Prepare and process specimens following safety guidelines.
• Operate and maintain instrumentation for quality control.

Skills

Microscopic screening of slides

Specimen preparation

Instrumentation maintenance

Training capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an ASCP‑eligible program

Tools

Imager technology

Job description

Company

Allegheny Health Network

Overview

Independently performs routine and special procedures on patient specimens.

Essential Responsibilities

• Microscopically screen gynecologic and non‑gynecologic slides containing cells from all body sites. Meets the minimum screening output standard. Microscopically screens gynecologic slides utilizing imager technology.
• Prepare and process specimens and assist pathologists, radiologists and clinicians with fine‑needle aspirates, as needed, following departmental policies and safety guidelines.
• Operate, calibrate, check and maintain instrumentation. Recognize problems with quality control and test procedures and take appropriate action to ensure quality clinical information.
• Participate in continuing educational programs to stay updated with current and changing technologies. Assist in training other health care providers.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the work area and adequate supplies for efficient departmental operations. Participate and successfully complete annual proficiency testing.
• Select specimens that must be submitted for pathologist review, quality control and quality assurance.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in an ASCP‑eligible program or a bachelor’s degree and one year of certificate program training.

Preferred Qualifications

• CT (ASCP)
• Clinical cytotechnologist experience

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