Cytotechnologist (Per Diem, Days)

Job Title: Cytotechnologist
Department: Cytology
Location: Rochester General Hospital - 1425 Portland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14621
Hours Per Week: Per Diem
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 430pm

SUMMARY:
As a Cytotechnologist, your developed examination and evaluation skills are key factors in identifying disease in gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides, leading to critical discovery for patient care.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Specimen & Equipment Management. Screen and evaluate gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens by microscope; document results on worksheets and in the laboratory information system; assist with fine needle aspirations, specimen preparation and staining; maintain cytology workload records
• Leadership. Make suggestions to improve work methods and efficiency, reduce costs and solve operational problems; promote and support a positive team environment; participate in the planning and accomplishment of goals and objectives
• General Maintenance. Perform and document routine maintenance on microscope(s) and quality control rescreening if qualified
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• New York State Department of Education License or Limited Permit as a Cytotechnologist.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in Cytotechnology or BS in a related Science
• Previous experience in a Clinical or Pathology Laboratory a benefit
• Certification by American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

PAY RANGE: $39.00 - $46.35

Salary : $39 - $46