Cytotechnologist
Company: Women's Care
Location: Lithia
Posted on: June 26, 2022
Job Description:
Responsible for screening microscopic cytology slides for
diagnostic purposes within the Cytopathology Department.
Established protocols and procedures must be followed to ensure
quality patient care. The laboratory staff member is under
supervision of the Cytology Department Supervisor and will report
to this person.How you'll contribute
- Perform microscopic evaluation of cytologic specimens: verify
the identification of the specimen; thoroughly examine the cell
sample microscopically; determine and record the adequacy and
quality of the specimen; consider diagnostic possibilities, taking
into account normal cellular patterns, premalignant changes, benign
and malignant neoplasia, and cellular responses to therapeutic
agents; review patient clinical data and use to compare microscopic
findings
- Prepare a final diagnosis using Bethesda terminology, enter
data into the LIS system, report and sign out negative/normal
gynecological specimens
- Prepare a provisional diagnosis on specimens deemed abnormal
upon review and refer those cases to the pathologist
- Maintain absolute integrity in the accurate performance and
reporting of results and observes professional discretion with
patient information
- Complete assigned work consistently within acceptable time
limits
- Perform the required maintenance for their assigned Hologic
Review Scope
- Monitor worksheet for pending cases to ensure the timely
reporting of cytology specimens
- Sort slides in the appropriate bin based on case status
- Adhere to established screening workload limits
- Participate in continuing education activities
- Perform data entry as required
- Assist with preparations for CAP and other inspections
- Perform required compliance tasks
- Participate in other projects and perform other duties as
neededWho you are
- Cytotechnology ASCP certification.
- Florida state licensure.
- Hologic ThinPrep certification.
- Three years relevant cytology experience preferred. Applicants
with QC Cytotechnologist and/or Supervisor experience are
desirable.
- Demonstrates knowledge of all aspects of a cytopathology
department including the collection, processing, and interpretation
of cytopathology samples.Womens Care, founded in 1998, is a leading
womens healthcare group in the United States, dedicated to
providing the highest quality of care for women through their
reproductive years and beyond. With 110 locations and over 400
OB/GYNs and specialists across the country, Womens Care provides
comprehensive patient care in obstetrics, gynecology, gynecologic
oncology, urogynecology, gynecologic pathology, breast surgery,
genetic counseling, maternal fetal medicine, laboratory services,
and fertility.
Womens Care has grown tremendously through the years and expects to
accelerate its growth with plans to expand rapidly into new markets
across the U.S. With the commitment of our employees, we remain
true to our mission of Improving the Health of Women Every Day. At
Womens Care, we CARE about our patients, and we stand by our
values.
Compassion & Empathy: Treating patients like valued friends and
family Accountability: Taking responsibility for our actions and
behaviors Respect: Acting respectfully in every interaction
Excellence & Quality: Providing the safest, highest quality of
care
We are looking to grow our team with equally value-driven
professionals who are passionate about using their skills to
further our mission. We value our employees just as we value our
patients, and we prioritize advantages like work-life balance,
employee engagement, and other incentives to help you be your best.
Now is a great time to join our team!Required
Keywords: Women's Care, Lakeland , Cytotechnologist, Other , Lithia, Florida
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