Cytotechnologist Full-time Days / Mount Holly

Virtua
United States, New Jersey, Mount Holly
175 Madison Avenue (Show on map)
Dec 24, 2024
At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 otherlocations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics. Location: Mount Holly - 175 Madison Avenue Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 40 Additional Locations: Voorhees, NJ Job Information: This position requires rotating to Voorhees and Marlton divisions as needed. Summary: Prepares, evaluates and examines microscopically exfoliated cells from body fluids. Collaborates regularly with the healthcare team including pathology, histology, radiology, physicians, and nursing to form a complete diagnosis. Position Responsibilities: * Demonstrates practical and theoretical knowledge of cytologic specimen collection and preparation; and is accountable and responsible for rendering specific and accurate preliminary diagnoses on all gyn and non-gyn specimens using appropriate clinical information and reference material. Uses appropriate methods to identify cells on atypical smears and approved phrasing in preliminary diagnosis to support findings. * Attends fine needle biopsy (FNB), endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) procedures in ENDO, OR, Radiology and Ultrasound as needed. Assists in obtaining diagnostic quality samples and provides feedback to radiologist * Performs all quality assurance activities including but not limited to: proficiency survey participation, workload monitoring, abnormal report documentation, correlation of cytology and histology findings, licensure activities, selection of pathologist review slides, adherence to retention guidelines and adherence to CLIA '88 mandated workload volume parameters. Other duties as assigned. Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required: Minimum of externship in CLIA Laboratory. Good interpersonal and time management skills. Required Education: Minimum of BS degree in Cytology, Biological or Life Sciences. Training/Certifications/Licensure: Valid registration as CT (ASCP). New grad to obtain CT (ASCP) within 6 months of hire. Valid driver's license may be required.