Cytotechnologist - Lead

100 LCMC Health; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health is seeking a Cytology Technician to perform microscopic screening and evaluation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens. The role includes supporting workflow coordination, QC, and IT-related tasks within a CLIA/CAP-compliant lab environment.

The candidate should have 3+ years in a Cytology Laboratory, hold Louisiana CYT license, and ASCP Cytotechnologist certification. HIPAA compliance and accurate data documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a Cytology Laboratory.
• Experience with quality control and specimen processing.
• Familiarity with CAP/CLIA guidelines and HIPAA policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform microscopic screening and evaluation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens.
• Assist supervisor with coordinating laboratory workflow and specimen processing.
• Document slide screening/workload levels and QC activities; support IT troubleshooting and Epic upgrades.

Skills

Cytology laboratory experience

Education

Louisiana CYT license (LSBME)

ASCP Cytotechnologist (CT) certification

Job description

Your job is more than a job. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Performs microscopic screening and evaluation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens.
• Microscopically evaluates specimen adequacy of fine needle aspiration (FNA) specimens.
• Responsible for referring appropriate cases for hierarchical review.
• Assists supervisor/manager with coordinating laboratory’s workflow, including screening, fine needle aspiration service, and specimen processing sections.
• Participates in quality control and instrumentation maintenance.
• Assists with validations as needed.
• Adheres to the Quality Assurance Program to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
• Documents slide screening/workload levels for both on-site/off-site locations as required by CLIA guidelines.
• Supports Medical Section Director with collection of data as required by CAP/CLIA.
• Adheres to all safety, infection control and HIPAA policies.
• Assists Medical Section Director with training residents during Cytology rotations.
• Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance/resulting.
• Refers to supervisor/manager to document and implement corrective actions.
• Assists with troubleshooting within the laboratory, interacting with laboratory staff and providers, as necessary.
• Monitors inventory of supplies and reagents for proper asset management.
• Assists with IT troubleshooting, including Epic upgrades and validations.
• Complies with CAP and CLIA laboratory standards.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years in a Cytology Laboratory.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Louisiana CYT license issued by LSBME
• Cytotechnologist certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology, CT (ASCP)

WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America)

LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary.

About East Jefferson General Hospital

East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health's incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we're only beginning to realize our greatest potential. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital.

Your extras

• Deliver healthcare with heart.
• Give people a reason to smile.
• Put a little love in your work.
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
• See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective.
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
• Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

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About LCMC Health

One-of-a-kind care comes from one-of-a-kind people. At LCMC Health, our people are the magic ingredient that makes our care so extra-extraordinary. We are compassionate, driven, and dedicated to bringing a little something extra to healthcare and to the people of New Orleans and beyond. If you're the kind of person who believes that our community deserves the best and that healthcare needs a little more heart, we want you to be a part of our family. From medical roles to administrative positions, every person on our team plays a part in our mission: to provide health, care, and education beyond extraordinary. Let's make every day extraordinary, together.