Cytotechnologist

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General Summary

Under general supervision, prepares and stains specimens from any body site and

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General Summary

Under general supervision, prepares and stains specimens from any body site and

microscopically examines their cellular structures to detect cancer and other

abnormalities. Responsible for issuing diagnostic reports on normal (negative)

gynecological specimens. Assists clinician at the aspiration biopsy site by preparing

smears, proper collection and processing of the specimen.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• As per departmental guidelines, processes the specimens and stains the smears.

Microscopically examines prepared, stained smears to detect structural abnormalities.

Classifies smears based on cellular knowledge as normal (negative), abnormal and

diagnostic of cancer. Correlate surgical reports from HFH anatomic pathology with

cytologic findings. Total number of slides screened not to exceed the limit set by CLIA

• Rotate on technical processing, cubicle position, and NGYN screening according to

schedule set by leader/supervisor.

• For gynecological specimens (Pap smears), determine which cases should be further

evaluated by the cytopathologist, formulate and issue diagnostic reports on normal

(negative) cases, and perform follow-up triage on all cases routed to the pathologist

before finalization of reports.

• Assist with instructional training of MLT, cytotechnology students, residents, fellows,

and the orientation of new staff.

• Maintains competency in the use of information systems used for daily work.

Education/Experience Required

• A Bachelors degree with successful completion in CAAHEP accredited program in cytotechnology or fulfill CLIA
  88 requirements for cytotechnologist as stated in Federal Register 493.1483, if prior to 1992. Ability to sit for long periods of time at a microscope.

LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• ASCP eligibility or certification in cytotechnology.

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Additional Information

• Organization:
  Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
• Department:
  Pathology Cytology Lab
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code:
  Not Applicable

Seniority level

• Seniority level Associate

Employment type

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

Job function

• Job function
  
  Health Care Provider
• Industries Hospitals and Health Care, Insurance, and Wellness and Fitness Services

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