Cytotechnologist

Overview

Job Title: Cytotechnologist

Department: Cytology
Location: Rochester General Hospital
Hours Per Week: Full-Time, 40 Hours/Week
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8-hour shifts, 8a-4:30p

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

Qualifications

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
• Graduate of an approved CT training program
• Master's in Cytotechnology preferred
• Four years of experience in cytotechnology and previous experience in a Clinical or Pathology Laboratory preferred
• Liquid-based cytology training/certification (SurePath) preferred
• Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills
• Certification by American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) preferred

Physical Requirements

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

PAY RANGE: $39.00 - $46.35