Cytotechnologist, Technical Specialist (Lead)

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Newton, MA, seeks a Cytology Supervisor to coordinate daily Cytology operations. Working with the Senior Clinical Manager, you’ll help develop policies and ensure the delivery of quality lab services, overseeing specimen prep, accessioning, and slide screening.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in Medical Technology or Laboratory Sciences, 2–3 years of cytology, and supervisory/teaching background. Onsite, 40 hours/week, $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises cytology personnel and daily workflow.
• Evaluates work performance and encourages professional growth and development of laboratory personnel.
• Identifies, evaluates, and recommends ways to improve systems.
• Communicates with healthcare providers to resolve problems and address their needs.
• Orients and trains new employees.
• Recognizes the role of the laboratory and how it relates to overall hospital function regarding patient care.

Skills

Managerial skills

Strong communication

Cytology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or Laboratory Sciences

Job description

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

We’re offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we’re eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

No weekends or holidays.

Summary: Coordinates the daily operations in the Cytology department. In conjunction with the Senior Clinical Manager, develops and implements policies and procedures in the Cytology laboratory to ensure the delivery of quality laboratory services. Performs a variety of laboratory procedures, including cytology specimen preparation, accessioning, and microscopic screening of slides.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Directs and supervises cytology personnel and daily workflow.
• Evaluates work performance and encourages professional growth and development of laboratory personnel.
• Identifies, evaluates, and recommends ways to improve systems.
• Communicates with healthcare providers to resolve problems and address their needs.
• Orients and trains new employees.
• Recognizes the role of the laboratory and how it relates to overall hospital function regarding patient care.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

• Experience in cytology 2-3 years required and Supervisory and teaching experience 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proven managerial skills.
• Strong oral and written communication, as well as effective interpersonal leadership skills.
• Completion of a qualified program in cytotechnology.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

2014 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$32.47 - $47.23/Hourly

Grade

7At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.