Cytotechnologist at elfw

Setup: Remote
Location: Manyara Region
Type: Full-time
Level: mid

Description

The Cytotechnologist performs independent cytology screening, specimen accessioning and preparation, staining, microscopic interpretation, quality control and assurance, documentation, equipment maintenance, and support for pathology reporting. The role screens and interprets gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens, refers presumptively positive or quality-control cases to pathologists, provides onsite adequacy support for procedures such as FNA, EBUS, and EUS, and may teach staff or students and assist the Section Manager with cytology operations. Duties may occur in the laboratory or at remote clinical locations.

Required Skills

Cytology screening
Specimen preparation
Cell identification
Quality control
Microscopy
Histologic techniques
FNA adequacy
Clinical documentation
Training

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Preferably four years of college coursework including 12 credit hours of biology from an accredited college or university.
Required Previous Experiences: Working knowledge of a cytology laboratory.
Completed cytology internship and holds or is eligible for ASCP Board/Registry or equivalent cytotechnologist certification.
Eligible for or holds an active New York State Department of Health license.
Preferred Qualifications: Ability to assist with all phases of cytology operations and cover departmental management duties when requested.
Ability to instruct or teach employees or students.
Professional, mature, and positive attitude.
Age-specific, clinical, and technical competency.