Cytotechnologist - Lead

LCMC Health; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health is seeking an experienced Cytology Laboratory professional to perform microscopic screening and evaluation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens. The role involves coordinating workflow, ensuring specimen adequacy, and supporting QC and instrument maintenance.

Requirements include a minimum of 3 years in a Cytology Laboratory, Louisiana CYT license, and ASCP Cytotechnologist certification. This position follows day shifts at our Metairie facility within the LCMC Health system.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a Cytology Laboratory.
• Louisiana CYT license required (LSBME).
• ASCP Cytotechnologist certification (CT) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform microscopic screening and evaluation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens.
• Assist with workflow coordination across screening, FNA service and processing.
• Participate in quality control and instrumentation maintenance; assist with validations as needed.
• Adhere to CAP/CLIA standards and HIPAA policies.

Skills

Cytology screening

Laboratory workflow coordination

Quality control

Tools

Epic systems

CLIA/CAP compliance

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)

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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.