Cytologist

Overview:

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.

CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey is a leading non – profit healthcare delivery system in New Jersey. The System includes CentraState Medical Center a community-based hospital, an ambulatory campus, three senior living facilities and three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the 3rd largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState Healthcare System continues to live up to its reputation of being a truly great place to work recently designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company.

Screens and reports cytology specimens in a timely and accurate manner. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, conferences and professional affiliation.

Responsibilities: Complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies Maintains daily record of slides screened/hours worked at CentraState Pathology and slides screened/hours worked for any other outside employer per procedure manual. Maintains high level of proficiency and current knowledge through continuing education seminars, conferences and professional affiliations. Maintains microscope in working condition by performing routine maintenance (documenting on appropriate form), to include general cleaning, troubleshooting and reporting irregularities in operations with appropriate follow up. Maintains open communication with department supervisor, pathologists, and co-workers to ensure optimal operation of the department. Performs primary screening of Gynecological and Non-gynecological samples. Renders interpretation with appropriate comments in accordance with established department reporting procedures. Performs Quality Control screening as part of regular work, if eligible. Provides technical consultation for cytoprocessing technicians, assists them if possible or directs them to a more knowledgeable employee. Supports corporate policies and objectives, complies with quality assurance, safety and environmental and infection control protocols.

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Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's Science degree required In addition, one year cytology technical training (from a CAHEA accredited school) or two years college with at least 12 semester hours in science, 8 of which are biology, plus one year cytology technical training (from CAHEA accredited school) also required.

Work Experience:

Medical Technologist required

Licenses and Certifications:

ASCP registration required Cytotechnologists may be hired immediately upon graduation from a CAHEA accredited school of Cytotechnology. They must be eligible for certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Board of Registry. It is preferred that the registry be taken prior to employment. If failure to pass the registry occurs the Cytotechnologist will be expected to retake the exam within the time frame set forth by the ASCP (only 2 consecutive attempts will be allowed).

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Ability to evaluate Gyn and Non-Gyn cellular material using established morphologic criteria. Ability to maintain the necessary levels of confidentiality to protect client/patient’s privacy and proprietary organizational information. Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team About Us:

CentraState Healthcare System, a partner of Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system that provides comprehensive health services in the central New Jersey region. In addition to offering a full range of leading-edge diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState serves as a valuable health partner focused on the latest ways to prevent disease, promote healthy behaviors, and help people of all ages live life well. Based in Freehold, CentraState is comprised of a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a vibrant health and wellness campus, two award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions offering primary care and specialty physician practices, along with access to outpatient services, such as lab and physical therapy. The system also offers a family medicine residency and geriatric fellowship training program in affiliation with Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Among its many honors and accreditations, CentraState is one of less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence four times and was designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for the fourth consecutive year.

When you bring your talent to CentraState, you are joining a trailblazing healthcare facility, committed to providing high-quality, patient-focused care. Join us in making incredible strides in health care, and making a difference in our community. We believe in enriching the lives of our employees through work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities and much more.

Find out why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family

What We Offer:

Highly competitive compensation Excellent benefits package and rewards program 403(b) retirement plan with company match 401(a) retirement plan with employer contribution Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Program Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives Continuing Education / Onsite Training A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits Magnet recognized healthcare facility

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