Cytotechnologist I - PRN (Path & Lab Medicine)
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Position Summary:
Cytotechnologist responsibilities are associated with the microscopic evaluation and diagnosis of cellular material of gynecologic (GYN) and Non-GYN / FNA specimens under the direction of the Cytology Manager, Director, and Medical Director. Work skills include the ability to evaluate cellular material using established morphologic criteria and to enter a diagnosis into the Cytology LIS.
Position Key Accountabilities:
- Microscopically screens, examines, and interprets all cytology specimens for the presence of abnormal cellular changes and pathogens
- Assists in FNA/ROSE procedures by obtaining, preparing, processing, staining, screening, and diagnosing specimens from various sites of human body
- Performs all tests with care and accuracy to provide correct and informative results to both the pathologist and the department
- Enters diagnostic interpretation into Cytology LIS. Verifies diagnosis and triage QC, abnormal cases, and all Non-GYN / FNA using department’s protocol.
- Maintains workload records of slides screened/hours worked per 24-hour period.
- Performs and documents daily microscope maintenance, equipment maintenance, and staining quality check.
- Understands all laboratory policies & procedures.
- Maintains standards in routine high complexity testing and adhere to all CAP and CLIA requirements
- Communicates any reporting or technical problems with supervisor or manager.
- Ensures accuracy of reporting by reviewing results before releasing
- Participates in on going quality assurance activities and continuing education and provide supporting documentation.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Certification/Skills:
Board certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists CT (ASCP).
Minimum Education:
Bachelor of Science including one-year cytology technical training from a CAAHEP accredited school or Cytotechnology.
Minimum Experience:
None
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
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UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.
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Work location is based on the needs of the department and may be adjusted.
