• Cytotechnologist - Per Diem

    Rochester Regional Health (Rochester, NY)


    Job Title: Cytotechnologist - Per DiemDepartment: Cytology Location: Rochester General Hospital Hours Per Week: As ScheduledSchedule: Monday - Friday; Days 8am to 430pm SUMMARY:As a Cytotechnologist, your developed examination and evaluation skills are key factors in identifying disease in gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides, leading to critical discovery for patient care.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Specimen & Equipment Management. Screen and evaluate gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens by microscope; document results on worksheets and in the laboratory information system; assist with fine needle aspirations, specimen preparation and staining; maintain cytology workload records

    + Leadership. Make suggestions to improve work methods and efficiency, reduce costs and solve operational problems; promote and support a positive team environment; participate in the planning and accomplishment of goals and objectives

    + General Maintenance. Perform and document routine maintenance on microscope(s) and quality control rescreening if qualified

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    + New York State Department of Education License or Limited Permit as a Cytotechnologist.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    + BS in Cytotechnology or BS in a related Science

    + Previous experience in a Clinical or Pathology Laboratory a benefit

    + Certification by American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) preferred

    EDUCATION:

    LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

     

    For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

     

    Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

    PAY RANGE:

    $39.00 - $46.35

    CITY:

    Rochester

    POSTAL CODE:

    14621

     

    The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

     

    Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.