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Cytotechnologist

Full-time Cytotechnologist:
Shift is Monday to Friday from 7 am to 3:30 pm with some flexibility – 100% onsite in Linden, NJ
Qualifications:

ASCP certification Required 

Must have a current passing grade of an annual cytotechnologist proficiency test

Training and proficiency with Hologic Thin Prep Imaging System
Procedural Responsibilities:

Responsible for using clinical history and other patient information in arriving at the proper diagnosis for each cytologic specimen

Examine cytology specimens for the presence of abnormal cellular changes and pathogens

Sign out all negative gynecologic cases

Report other cytologic findings, such as the presence of microorganisms’ endocervical component

Evaluate and mark GYN (reactive and reparative, abnormal, questionable or negative)

Submit reactive and reparative, abnormal and questionable GYN cases to a pathologist for final evaluation

Record the results of each GYN slide read on the appropriate form/systems/etc. used in the laboratory, in a legible manner

Submit daily workload of negative GYN cases for a minimum of 10% quality control review (including random high-risk cases) by a supervisory qualified cytotechnologist.

Maintain appropriate records

Maintain compliance with workload limits

Maintain microscope in excellent working condition

Participate in continuing education in areas relating to Cytology