Cytotechnologist
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![]() United States, Connecticut, Greenwich | |
![]() 5 Perryridge Road (Show on map) | |
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Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Serves as section charge person, developing work schedule and apportioning daily tasks to other cytology staff. Serves as section technical resource to GH staff and clients, providing assistance and instruction as needed. Provides input to manager for cytotechnologist and cyto technician performance appraisals. Assists the Director with all aspects of the Quality Assurance program including statistical collection, case reviews, focused audits, on-going audits and problem resolution with appropriate documentation. Prepares periodic quality reports for the section. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality within the section. Prepares the section for on-going laboratory inspections and insures all accreditation criteria are maintained. Implements section technical changes by developing and maintaining procedures, utilizing spreadsheets and word-processing applications as appropriate. Serves as a resource for LIS on the functionality of the cytology applications, assisting in upgrades and troubleshooting as needed. Performs all of the essential duties of a cytotechnologist as needed EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities
Qualifications EDUCATION Baccalaureate degree in Cytotechnology or an equivalent science including one year of cytology training and at least three years of experience as a cytotechnologist and fulfill the requirements of the State of Connecticut for general supervisors, certification in cytotechnology by a national organization such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology EXPERIENCE At least three years of experience as a cytotechnologist and fulfill the requirements of the State of Connecticut for general supervisors LICENSURE ASCP certification SPECIAL SKILLS Excellent interpersonal communication skills to work closely with staff and provide assistance to Administrative Director, Director of Pathology, Pathologists and Medical Staff as needed. PHYSICAL DEMAND Lifting of medium weight objects. Close machine work and the use of sharp knives and instruments. Intense concentration and attention to detail for most of the day. YNHHS Requisition ID 145892 |