What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cytotechnologist position at Johns Hopkins Medicine?
Sibley Memorial Hospital, a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine, has a distinguished history of serving the community since its founding in 1890. As a not-for-profit and full-service community hospital, Sibley offers medical, surgical, intensive care, obstetric, oncology, orthopedic and skilled nursing inpatient services, as well as a 24-hour Emergency Department. Sibley’s campus is also home to Grand Oaks, an assisted living residence; a medical building with physician offices and ambulatory surgery and imaging centers
What Awaits You?
- Career growth and development
- Tuition assistance
- Diverse and collaborative working environment
- Comprehensive and affordable benefit package
Full Time-/Day Shift /7am-3:30pm
Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington, D.C.
General Summary:
- Under the general supervision of the Medical Director of Anatomic Pathology, microscopically examines human cellular samples from various body sites in accordance with departmental procedures and policies; considering clinical history of the patient, marks pertinent findings; makes the preliminary cytological interpretation for non-gynecologic samples; performs quality control checks; oversees the receipt, accessioning and processing of cytology specimens; performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- A Bachelor’s Degree and must have graduated from an approved cytotechnology program as outlined in CLIA >88 (Fed. Register Friday, Feb. 28, 1992 Vol. 57 No. 40).
- Course work in molecular modalities is highly desirable.
- Work requires knowledge of biology, anatomy, and physiology, and detailed knowledge of cytology and cytological preparation techniques normally acquired through completion of an accredited one-year cytotechnology program.
- Must qualify as a cytotechnologist under CLIA 88.
- ASCP certification required.
Experience:
- Prefer 2 years of cytotechnology experience screening non-gynecological specimens including fine needle aspirations.
Important Notices:
***Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.