Cytotechnologist

York Hospital Pathology

Full Time (80 hours/pay period)

Days

Specific shift times TBD

General Summary

Performs microscopic analysis of cellular samples from all body sites following established standards and practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs thorough and accurate microscopic evaluations for gynecologic and non-gynecologic cell samples using recognized cytomorphologic criteria while correlating findings with available clinical data and patient history.
• Classifies slides, records classification, and presents gynecologic slides with unusual or abnormal cell structures as well as all non-gynecologic slides to a pathologist for further examination.
• Records or enters all test results into the laboratory information system, as applicable.
• Participates successfully in an annual CMS-approved proficiency testing program for gynecologic cytology
• Assists with onsite FNA procedures; prepares and stains slides onsite for immediate assessment by cytopathologist
• Properly operates and maintains microscopes and other equipment; uses an automated slide imaging microscope for initial review of all gynecologic cytology slides.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient test results in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Required for All Jobs:

• Performs other related duties as identified.
• WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the department, and the compliance program.
• WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient information and the business and operational information of the organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational information.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's Degree Required and
• College Transcript As part of CAP requirements, copy of college diploma and transcript required upon hire. Required and
• College Diploma As part of CAP requirements, copy of college diploma and transcript required upon hire. Required

Work Experience:

• Less than 1-year Cytotechnology experience. Required
• ThinPrep Imaging experience Preferred

Licenses:

• Certified Cytologist - ASCP Upon Hire Required

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay
• Expanded Paid Parental Leave

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