Cytotechnologist Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Cytotechnologist to join our team at Women & Infants Hospital. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing microscopic examinations of ThinPrep specimens, both gynecologic and non-gynecologic, and reviewing relevant patient clinical data applicable to the specimen.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cytopathology and be able to evaluate diagnostic possibilities and render cytopathologic diagnoses. They will also be responsible for conferring with pathologists and/or manager on difficult cases, submitting cases demonstrating abnormalities and all non-gynecologic cases to pathologist for final diagnosis, and documenting diagnostic evaluation of each case read and revising case charges as necessary.

• Perform microscopic examinations of ThinPrep specimens
• Review relevant patient clinical data
• Evaluate diagnostic possibilities and render cytopathologic diagnoses
• Confer with pathologists and/or manager on difficult cases
• Submit cases demonstrating abnormalities and all non-gynecologic cases to pathologist for final diagnosis
• Document diagnostic evaluation of each case read and revise case charges as necessary
• Review and electronically sign every final report prior to distribution
• Utilize computer as pertinent to the cytopathology laboratory
• Effectively utilize quality control procedures as defined by hospital policy
• Collaborate with pathologists, physicians, and other hospital staff in providing effective health care for the patient

• Bachelor's Degree required; masters preferred
• Completion of a formal education program in Cytotechnology necessary
• ASCP certification as a Cytotechnologist required
• Must be skilled in the use of various lab equipment
• Manual dexterity required in processing specimens, handling equipment, etc.
• Proficiency in the English language required

Care New England Health System and its member institutions are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.

Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.