Cytotechnologist

Cytotechnologist 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 220 Hutchison Road, Rochester, NY 14627 $38.38

• $49.89 an hour
• Full-time University of Rochester 1,181 reviews $38.38
• $49.89 an hour
• Full-time As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora
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Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location (Full Address): 220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500239

Cytology Work Shift:

UR

• Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCB 215 H

Compensation Range:

$38.38

• $49.

89 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Prepares cellular specimens, examine them using light microscopy and report any abnormalities discovered. Performs microscopic screening and interpretations of gynecologic specimens including retrieval of all significant clinical history, referral of all abnormal smears to pathologist for consulting final diagnosis, one on one interpretation of abnormal with the pathologist and recording, coding and reporting of diagnosis and filing patient smears. Rescreens 10% of negative high risk cases.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Completes microscopic screening and interpretations of gynecologic specimens, including retrieval of all significant clinical history, referral of all abnormal smears to pathologist for consulting final diagnosis, one-on-one interpretation of abnormal results with the pathologist and recording, coding and reporting of diagnosis and filing patient smears. Rescreens 10% of negative high risk cases. Prepares, screens and completes microscopic interpretation of non-gynecologic specimens, including gross description, cellular preparation of specimens using approved procedures, retrieval of clinical history, review of call cases with cytopathologist, recording and reporting of diagnosis. Assists with special procedures for fine needle aspiration and endoscopic brush cytology, including technical advice to clinician, obtaining history, staining and preparation of specimen, review with cytotechnologist, recording and reporting test results, and correlation studies. Assists in accessioning and staining of gynecologic specimens as needed. Provides informal instruction in the fundamentals of gyn and non-gyn cytology to pathology residents. Develops and updates workshop material covering all areas of cytology to be used as instructional material locally, nationally and internationally. Maintains awareness of new techniques and methods in the field of cytology through attendance at local and national meetings and through reading in cytologic journals. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree and completion of approved training program in cytotechnology required Or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS NYS

Cytotechnologist upon hire required The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create

• and Make the World Ever Better.

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