Cytotechnologist

Job Description

Job Description

Cytotechnologist
Port Jefferson, NY
Hours: Monday-Friday ( 8.5hr shift between the hours of 6:45am-7pm)

Why Join Us?

At New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) , we create an environment where dedicated professionals can thrive. Our team of expert oncologists, hematologists, and compassionate staff work across numerous locations with one shared mission: conquering cancer close to home. Through cutting-edge treatments, innovative research, and a patient-centered philosophy, we are redefining what’s possible in the fight against cancer and blood disorders. Join our growing organization and help us bring healing, hope, and advanced care to the communities we proudly serve.

In this role, you will:

• Be responsible for staining, mounting, and studying cells of the human body, under a microscope, to detect evidence of cancer, hormonal abnormalities, and other pathological conditions, following established standards and practices.
• Highly competent and motivated cytotechnologist with at least 5 years’ experience in screening non-GYN cytology and performing onsite adequacy.
• Collaborate with a pathologist to provide a timely diagnosis to allow physicians to provide appropriate treatment
• Maintain specimen integrity and patient identification of all samples examined.
• Enter report results into LIS, as applicable.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient test results by HIPPA regulations.
• Comply with all corporate, safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards.
• Comply with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations
• Participate successfully in required training and competency assessment.
• Participate successfully in a CMS-approved proficiency-testing program annually, as applicable.
• Acquire and document the required numbers of continuing education hours annually.
• Perform other duties as assigned, (e. g., specimen processing, data entry) to include performing and documenting quality control rescreening.
• Maintain effective workflow and operations. Act as an expert resource within an area of specialty.
• Drive Quality Improvement initiatives and seeks ways to improve performance and service
• Perform maintenance of laboratory equipment as necessary
• Recommend and assists in reviewing Standard Operating Procedures for the designated area
• Assist in planning, ordering, and other operational activities within Anatomic Pathology

We require:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Laboratory Science or equivalent
• Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines of high complexity
• Testing.
• Current license as a cytotechnologist issued by NY state
• Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP)
• Completion of a Cytotechnologist program accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.

What we offer:

Salary: Up to $55/hr
Benefits: Health Insurance on day 1, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-term disability, 401k Plan, generous PTO, 8 paid holidays (2 floating)

Join us at NYCBS, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and compassionate care.
Visit our website at: Nycancer.com

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*New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*

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