Cytotechnologist Cherry Hill

Position: Cytotechnologist (FT, Days) - Cherry Hill

Number of Positions in Requisition

1
Job Details

The Cytotechnologist performs microscopic evaluation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens, including fine needle aspirations, according to established procedures and protocols. The Cytotechnologist accurately screens routine GYN and Non GYN slides for the presence of abnormal cells. The Cytotechnologist works effectively as a team member within the department and with other departments to provide quality service through communication, cooperation, and collaboration
Job Description
• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Prepares and examines non-gynecologic and gynecologic slides for cellular evidence of disease and renders an interpretation of the findings in precise cytopathology terminology. Recognizes deviation from expected results and marks areas for cytopathologist review.
• Assists with Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy and other procedures. Communicates requirements for specimen submission.
• Utilizes computer equipment to record and transmit laboratory data.
• Participates in Quality Control and proficiency testing programs and other required programs to maintain certification.
• Signs out negative gynecological smears.
• Participates in orientation and training of new employees and students, hospital and laboratory in-service and continuing
• education programs and mandated annual proficiency testing to ensure currency of job knowledge and technical competency
• Performs other duties as assigned by lead, supervisor, or manager.
Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree Science Degree in Cytotechnology, graduate from a CAHEA-accredited school of Cytotechnology required.
Experience:

2 years’ previous experience preferred; student training accepted.
Licenses and

Certifications:

CP-BC
- Clinical Pathologist-Board Certified
- American Board of Pathology preferred.
Salary Range

$36.96 to $52.67 Hourly

The actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive.

Positions posted as annual salaries reflect an estimated amount for a 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) (i.e. 40 hour equivalent)), positions for less than 1.0 FTE will be prorated.)
Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type

Regular
Employee Entity

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc
Primary Location Address

2201 Chapel Ave West & Cooper Landing Rd, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow’s professional leaders for 21st-century careers;

and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region.

Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health…