The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Cytotechnologist I - PRN (Path & Lab Medicine)
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Cytotechnologist I - PRN (Path & Lab Medicine)
McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston2400000VWhat we do here changes the world.
UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.Once you join us you won't want to leave.
It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employeesGenerous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!We take care of our employees!
As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as:Free financial and legal counselingFree mental health counseling servicesGym membership discounts and access to wellness programsOther employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.Resources for child and elder carePlus many more!Position Summary:Cytotechnologist responsibilities are associated with the microscopic evaluation and diagnosis of cellular material of gynecologic (GYN) and Non-GYN / FNA specimens under the direction of the Cytology Manager, Director, and Medical Director. Work skills include the ability to evaluate cellular material using established morphologic criteria and to enter a diagnosis into the Cytology LIS.Position Key Accountabilities:Microscopically screens, examines, and interprets all cytology specimens for the presence of abnormal cellular changes and pathogensAssists in FNA/ROSE procedures by obtaining, preparing, processing, staining, screening, and diagnosing specimens from various sites of the human bodyPerforms all tests with care and accuracy to provide correct and informative results to both the pathologist and the departmentEnters diagnostic interpretation into Cytology LIS. Verifies diagnosis and triage QC, abnormal cases, and all Non-GYN / FNA using the department’s protocol.Maintains workload records of slides screened/hours worked per 24-hour period.Performs and documents daily microscope maintenance, equipment maintenance, and staining quality check.Understands all laboratory policies & procedures.Maintains standards in routine high complexity testing and adheres to all CAP and CLIA requirementsCommunicates any reporting or technical problems with supervisor or manager.Ensures accuracy of reporting by reviewing results before releasingParticipates in ongoing quality assurance activities and continuing education and provides supporting documentation.Performs other duties as assigned.Certification/Skills:Board certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists CT (ASCP).Bachelor of Science including one-year cytology technical training from a CAAHEP accredited school or Cytotechnology.Physical Requirements:Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.Security Sensitive:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215.Residency Requirement:Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
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McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston2400000VWhat we do here changes the world.
UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.Once you join us you won't want to leave.
It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employeesGenerous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!We take care of our employees!
As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as:Free financial and legal counselingFree mental health counseling servicesGym membership discounts and access to wellness programsOther employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.Resources for child and elder carePlus many more!Position Summary:Cytotechnologist responsibilities are associated with the microscopic evaluation and diagnosis of cellular material of gynecologic (GYN) and Non-GYN / FNA specimens under the direction of the Cytology Manager, Director, and Medical Director. Work skills include the ability to evaluate cellular material using established morphologic criteria and to enter a diagnosis into the Cytology LIS.Position Key Accountabilities:Microscopically screens, examines, and interprets all cytology specimens for the presence of abnormal cellular changes and pathogensAssists in FNA/ROSE procedures by obtaining, preparing, processing, staining, screening, and diagnosing specimens from various sites of the human bodyPerforms all tests with care and accuracy to provide correct and informative results to both the pathologist and the departmentEnters diagnostic interpretation into Cytology LIS. Verifies diagnosis and triage QC, abnormal cases, and all Non-GYN / FNA using the department’s protocol.Maintains workload records of slides screened/hours worked per 24-hour period.Performs and documents daily microscope maintenance, equipment maintenance, and staining quality check.Understands all laboratory policies & procedures.Maintains standards in routine high complexity testing and adheres to all CAP and CLIA requirementsCommunicates any reporting or technical problems with supervisor or manager.Ensures accuracy of reporting by reviewing results before releasingParticipates in ongoing quality assurance activities and continuing education and provides supporting documentation.Performs other duties as assigned.Certification/Skills:Board certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists CT (ASCP).Bachelor of Science including one-year cytology technical training from a CAAHEP accredited school or Cytotechnology.Physical Requirements:Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.Security Sensitive:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215.Residency Requirement:Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
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