Cytotechnologist

*Cytotechnologist*

GHR is hiring a seasoned *Cytotechnologist Technologist *for an excellent Hospital system in the Pennington, NJ area for a 26 week contract.

_*Pay: $70 per hour*_
* M-F (8A-4:30P)
* No Call No Holidays
* *Shift Requirements:* No weekends, no on-call, no floating. The department is closed for the following holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.

*Job Requirements:*
* *ASCP *
* *3+ years experience as Cytotechnologist*
*Experience:* 3 years of experience, including examination, interpretation, and classification of both gynecological and non-gynecological cytology specimens.

*Job Summary: *Using microscopic examinations, interprets and classifies gynecological and non-gynecological specimens. Prepares specimens for analysis, performs testing procedures and documents to produce accurate and reliable test results. Performs procedures accurately and completely following established infection control practices and adhering to established standards and practices for quality assurance. Assists Histology Section Head with administrative oversight of histotechnologists.

*Skills: *Familiarity with personal computers. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Demonstrated proficiency in interpreting gynecologic smears as required by regulatory agencies

*Essential Functions:*
* Supervises cytology facet of laboratory. Uses microscopic examinations to accurately interpret and classify gynecological and nongynecological cytology specimens. Prepares specimens for analysis, performs testing procedures and documents to produce accurate and reliable test results.
* Evaluates microscopically non-gynecological cytology preparations accurately and according to established protocols, including smears, concentrated cell preparations, cell blocks and fine needle aspirates (FNAs). Screens gynecological smears for atypical cells and classifies all cases according to the Bethesda system, using clinical correlation with morphological findings.
* Finalizes reports on all normal gynecological cases accurately and in a timely manner.
* Refers all non-gynecological cases, as well as atypical gynecological cases, timely to a pathologist for final diagnosis. Prepares non-gynecological cytology specimens, including smears, cytocentrifugations and cell blocks timely and accurately. Accessions, logs and charges all cytology specimens.
* Performs necessary computer operations for each step. Assists with the collection of FNA specimens to determine adequacy, including rapid on-site staining.
* Maintains current knowledge of technical advances in cytotechnology. Performs procedures accurately and completely following established infection control practices and adhering to established standards and practices for quality assurance.
* Develops protocols and maintains records for quality assurance and workload. Adheres strictly to federal (HCFA and CLIA) regulations with respect to workload restraints.
* Adheres to safety policies and observes universal precautions regarding handling and disposal of specimens, sharps and chemicals. Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
* Promptly refers persistent problems to Histology Section Head, Administrative Director of Laboratory Services, and/or Director of Laboratories, as appropriate. Determines the adequacy of specimens and resolves any discrepancies with staff.
* Trains new employees in cytology work performance, including preparation of cytology samples, in collaboration with Histology Section head. Performs administrative supervisory functions for Histology section as assigned in the absence of Histology Section Head.
* Writes cytotechnology procedures and oversees cytology quality assurance under the direction of the Director of Laboratories. Actively participates in accreditation inspections, including hosting inspections as well as serving in the capacity of a cytotechnology surveyor.

*Interview Process:* Virtual interviews with cameras on.

*Apply directly or call/text Sarah at 484-362-6621 for more information!*

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Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $70.00 per hour

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday

Education:
* Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:
* CT (ASCP) (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* Pennington, NJ: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person