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Cytotechnologist - Part-Time - Days -
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A Cytogenetic Technologist or Cytotechnologist works in a medical laboratory and uses microscopes to examine cells for signs of abnormalities that could indicate cancerous growth.
$95,328 / year median in Michigan
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Cytotechnologist
- Part-Time
- Days
- Henry Ford Health
- 3.
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under general supervision, prepares and stains specimens from anybody 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
1. 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 byCLIA 88. 2.
Rotate on technical processing, cubicle position, and NGYN screening according to schedule set by leader/supervisor. 3. 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 4. 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 5. Maintains competency in the use of information systems used for daily work. 6. Maintain documentation as it applies to daily workload, follow-ups, and rotation assignments. 7. Attends fine needle aspiration procedures and assists the physician 8. Participates in the laboratory CME program. 9. Participate in Quality Improvement program in the laboratory which may include the development of new or improved methods and procedures.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
A Bachelors degree with successful completion in CAAHEP accredited program in cytotechnology or fulfill CLIA88 requirements for cytotechnologist as stated in Federal Register 493.1483, if prior to 1992.LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED
ASCP eligibility or certification in cytotechnology.Additional Information Organization:
Henry Ford Hospital•Detroit Main Campus Department:
Pathology Cytology Lab Shift:
Day Job Union Code:
Not Applicable Additional Details This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above. Overview Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services- from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail.