Location
Louisville, Kentucky
The Cytotechnologist is responsible for preparing, staining, and interpreting gynecological and non-gynecological cytologic specimens. They also assist with fine needle aspiration evaluations and perform essential clerical and quality assurance duties.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited school of cytotechnology and hold or be eligible for ASCP or IAC certification. A bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience are preferred.
Summary: The cytotechnologist must have extensive knowledge in preparing, staining and evaluating gynecological and non-gynecological material including fine needle aspirations. Must be competent with assessing all material with a high level of accuracy. Must show good judgement with attention to details as well as respect for patient confidentiality. The cytotechnologist must work professionally and courteously with physicians, patients, guests and other employees.
1. Performs processing, staining and coverslipping of various types of cytologic material. 2. Assists with fine needle aspiration immediate evaluation and procurement. 3. Performs clerical duties including entering data into computers, answering phones, and distribution of reports. 4. Monitors quality assurance. 5. Works with others in a professional and courteous manner. 6. Assists with training and teaching of students, residents, and others. 7. Completely and correctly screens and interprets cytologic specimens. 8. Performs other duties as assigned. III. University of Louisville Hospital Core Expectations Collaboration & Teamwork: works cooperatively and collaboratively with others toward the accomplishment of shared goals. Valuing Diversity: recognizing and embracing the unique talents and contributions of others. Service Orientation: desire to serve and focus one’s efforts on discovering and meeting the needs of internal and external customers. Achieves Results: reflects a drive to achieve and outperform. Continuously looking for improvements. Accepts responsibility for actions and results. Organizational Alignment: ability to align people, processes and organizational structure with UMC’s strategic direction. Developing Others: views people, their knowledge and capabilities as assets and provides opportunities that allow employees to continuously learn and develop.
practices attentive and active listening and can restate opinions of others; communicates messages in a way that has the desired effect.
Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & preferred): Must fulfill one of the following requirements: 1) Must be a graduate of an accredited school of cytotechnology. 2) Prior to 9/1/1992 completed 2 years in an accredited institution and 12 months of formal cytology training from an approved school of cytotechnology. 3) Prior to 9/1/1992 achieved a satisfactory grade in an HHS proficiency test for cytotechnologists. 4) Prior to 9/1/1994 have 2 years’ full time experience or equivalent within the preceding 5 years examining slides under the supervision of a physician certified in pathology. Also 6 months’ cytology training and 2 years of supervised full time experience in cytology. Graduate of accredited school of cytotechnology and bachelor’s degree preferred. Cytology certification or eligible by an approved HHS agency (ASCP or IAC). Individuals who are ASCP certified beginning January 2004 must participate in the BOR Certification Maintenance Program. Experience (required and preferred): 3 years preferred but not mandatory. Work Environment/Job Activities TRAVEL DEGREE OF FREQUENCY Local High-over 60% Moderate-31-60% Light-0-30% N/A National High-over 60% Moderate-31-60% Light-0-30% N/A PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT USAGE (Please note the percentage of time the activity or equipment is used as part of the job. Activities HIGH Over 60% MODERATE 31-60% LIGHT 0-30% NONE 0% Sitting Standing Bending Walking Driving Dexterity Vision Hearing Lifting (20 lbs.) Repetitive Motions Equipment Computer Telephone FAX Scanner Copier Other physical activity or equipment usage if moderate or high (please explain): Disclaimers Critical features of this job are listed above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Acknowledgement I have read and received a copy of this job description. Employee’s Signature/Date ___________________________________________ UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with nine hospitals, four medical centers, Brown Cancer Center, Eye Institute, nearly 200 physician practice locations and more than 1,000 providers in Louisville and the surrounding counties, including southern Indiana. Additional access to UofL Health is provided through a partnership with Carroll County Memorial Hospital. With more than 14,000 team members – physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly-skilled health care professionals, UofL Health is focused on one mission: to transform the health of communities we serve through compassionate, innovative, patient-centered care. Please login into Workday and search for Job Hub.
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