Cytotechnologist- Part Time

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established health system in New Jersey is seeking a dedicated Cytotechnologist to join their team. This part-time role involves screening and diagnosing gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens, ensuring accurate results are recorded in the system. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree, relevant certifications, and a minimum of three years of experience in a laboratory setting. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to high-quality patient care, where your expertise will contribute to impactful healthcare services in the community.

Benefits

PTO

Insurance Options

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Discounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and ASCP certification required.
• Three years of cytotechnologist experience in a lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Screen and diagnose GYN and Non-GYN cytology specimens.
• Ensure proper labeling and ordering of specimens.

Skills

Cytology Screening

Diagnosis Preparation

Patient Confidentiality

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Cytotechnologist Certification

ThinPrep Certification

Tools

Copath Computer System

Microscopes

Job description

Join to apply for the Cytotechnologist- Part Time role at RWJBarnabas Health

Req #: 0000185479

Category: Laboratory and Medical Technologist

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services

Department: Lab RWJNB

Location: RWJ - New Brunswick, ONE ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON PLACE, NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ 08901

Job Overview:

Screening and diagnosis of gynecologic (GYN), non-gynecologic (Non-GYN) and fine needle aspirate cytology specimen slides; performing on-site adequacy assessment of FNA specimens using mobile cart throughout the hospital, in CAB, at CINJ and at University Radiology Group Outpatient office on Plum St., as other sites as needed; recording diagnoses of screening in Copath computer system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree from an approved college or university and certification as a cytotechnologist set forth by ASCP and ASC
• ThinPrep certification required.
• Three (3) years full-time and continuous experience as a cytotechnologist following certification in a laboratory supervised by a pathologist or other physician certified as a specialist in diagnostic cytopathology.

Scheduling Requirements

• Part Time
• Day Shift

Essential Functions

• Screens GYN, Non-GYN and FNA cytology specimens
• 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 stationed in CT, US and endoscopy suite
• Performs/document routine maintenance on microscopes and other laboratory equipment
• Prepares cytology and thin prep specimens on a STAT basis when required
• Maintains patient/employee confidentiality
• Participates in regulatory inspections
• Performs other duties as required by department

Benefits And Perks

Comprehensive benefits including PTO, insurance options, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and discounts.

About RWJBarnabas Health

Leading health system in New Jersey committed to high-quality patient care, education, and research, with a focus on community health and equitable services.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care