Modern Healthcare Solutions is seeking a travel Cytotechnologist for a travel job in Ithaca, New York.
ID: 71240762
Shift: day - 5x8
Description: Hours a day - 7.5Hours/Week - 37.5Contract Length - 6-8 WeeksMonday-FridayYears Experience in specialty/profession - At least 1 yearTravel Experience Required (Y/N) - NOTechnologies Needed - Hologic ThinPrepCertification(s) Required - NYS license, Hologic ThinPrep Imager and Review Scope certificationFloat to other units (if so describe) - NOA cytotechnologist in the anatomical pathology department is responsible for the accurate preparation, evaluation,and interpretation of both gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens. The cytotechnologist participates in fineneedle aspiration (FNA) procedures to provide an immediate adequacy evaluation.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:v 1. Prepare, screen and evaluate gynecologic cytology specimens by microscope using the Hologic ThinPrepsystem - accurately transcribe and enter results into the laboratory information system (Epic).v 2. Prepare, screen and evaluate non-gynecologic cytology specimens by microscope - accurately transcribeand enter results into the laboratory information system (Epic).v 3. Participate in ultrasound/CT guided fine needle aspiration (FNA) procedures to confirm adequacy.v 4. Maintain cytology workload and quality assurance records.v 5. Responsible for accurate specimen identification, accessioning and requisitioning - maintaining specimenintegrity throughout the process.v 6. Operate, maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation.v 7. Maintain a compliant environment, including adherence to all lab and hospital procedures, New YorkState and Joint Commission regulations, HIPAA standards, infection control and safety guidelines. 8. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in continuing education opportunities -acquire a minimum of 24 hours of continuing education per year. 9. Maintain slide/block and specimen retention systems according to department specimen managementpolicies. 10. Process specimens for send out consultations and/or outside testing. 11. Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
Guaranteed Hours: 40
Contract Weeks:91
Modern Healthcare Solutions Job ID #33090692. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied:Cyto Tech,07:00:00-15:00:00
Modern Healthcare Solutions is a division of Career Management Group. We are a woman-owned healthcare staffing company with over 30 years of industry experience. We are changing the approach in healthcare travel staffing with innovative streamlined processes, simplified tools and strong relationships. We listen to you and are dedicated to taking care of your needs.