Cytotechnologist (Days) at Hired by Matrix
Pennington, NJ
About the Job
Do you want more than just another job? Are you ready to team up with an organization that values your contributions? Then Hired by Matrix is for you!
Working with some of the US' premier companies, we excel at connecting candidates with positive cultures and dynamic teams. We even go the extra mile with our signature Consultant Appreciation Program (CAP) to help them in their future job searches.
Hired by Matrix has provided talent solutions to enhance organizations' team capacities for over three decades. As a full-service search firm, we partner with companies across industries, including Financial Services, Fintech, Consumer Goods and Services, Security and Logistics, Pharmaceutical / Biotech, Technology, Automotive, Engineering, and Healthcare.
At-a-Glance:
Are you ready to build your career by joining a healthcare provider? If so, our client is hiring a Cytotechnologist (Days)!
What You'll Do:
Get in Touch:
We want to hear from you! If you think you'd be a good match, submit your resume and reach out to Vaishali at 862-895-6077 to learn more.
Who We Are:
Since 1986, Hired by Matrix, Inc. has improved our candidates' lives with exciting job opportunities that provide outstanding career advancement. Hired by Matrix offers our contract professionals competitive salaries, benefits after 60 days, and a 401k option with a company match after one year. Hired by Matrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and proud to be certified as both a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise and a Woman-Owned Small Business.
Connect with us on LinkedIn today and learn more about how HbM can change your career: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hired-by-matrix-inc/
Check out our Career Center: https://www.hiredbymatrix.com/find-work/open-positions/
Working with some of the US' premier companies, we excel at connecting candidates with positive cultures and dynamic teams. We even go the extra mile with our signature Consultant Appreciation Program (CAP) to help them in their future job searches.
Hired by Matrix has provided talent solutions to enhance organizations' team capacities for over three decades. As a full-service search firm, we partner with companies across industries, including Financial Services, Fintech, Consumer Goods and Services, Security and Logistics, Pharmaceutical / Biotech, Technology, Automotive, Engineering, and Healthcare.
At-a-Glance:
Are you ready to build your career by joining a healthcare provider? If so, our client is hiring a Cytotechnologist (Days)!
What You'll Do:
- Using microscopic examinations, interprets and classifies gynecological and non-gynecological specimens.
- Prepares specimens for analysis, performs testing procedures and documents to produce accurate and reliable test results.
- Performs procedures accurately and completely following established infection control practices and adhering to established standards and practices for quality assurance.
- Assists Histology Section Head with administrative oversight of histotechnologists.
- Supervises cytology facet of laboratory. Uses microscopic examinations to accurately interpret and classify gynecological and non-gynecological cytology specimens. Prepares specimens for analysis, performs testing procedures and documents to produce accurate and reliable test results.
- Evaluates microscopically non-gynecological cytology preparations accurately and according to established protocols, including smears, concentrated cell preparations, cell blocks and fine needle aspirates (FNAs). Screens gynecological smears for atypical cells and classifies all cases according to the Bethesda system, using clinical correlation with morphological findings.
- Finalizes reports on all normal gynecological cases accurately and in a timely manner.
- Refers all non-gynecological cases, as well as atypical gynecological cases, timely to a pathologist for final diagnosis. Prepares non-gynecological cytology specimens, including smears, cytocentrifugations and cell blocks timely and accurately. Accessions, logs and charges all cytology specimens.
- Performs necessary computer operations for each step. Assists with the collection of FNA specimens to determine adequacy, including rapid on-site staining.
- Maintains current knowledge of technical advances in cytotechnology. Performs procedures accurately and completely following established infection control practices and adhering to established standards and practices for quality assurance.
- Develops protocols and maintains records for quality assurance and workload. Adheres strictly to federal (HCFA and CLIA) regulations with respect to workload restraints.
- Adheres to safety policies and observes universal precautions regarding handling and disposal of specimens, sharps and chemicals. Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
- Promptly refers persistent problems to Histology Section Head, Administrative Director of Laboratory Services, and/or Director of Laboratories, as appropriate. Determines the adequacy of specimens and resolves any discrepancies with staff.
- Trains new employees in cytology work performance, including preparation of cytology samples, in collaboration with Histology Section head. Performs administrative supervisory functions for Histology section as assigned in the absence of Histology Section Head.
- Writes cytotechnology procedures and oversees cytology quality assurance under the direction of the Director of Laboratories. Actively participates in accreditation inspections, including hosting inspections as well as serving in the capacity of a cytotechnology surveyor.
- Communicates with vendors as required. Maintains adequate inventory of supplies.
- Communicates with administrative, medical, nursing, and other staff effectively to ensure proper coordination and understanding of goals and objectives. Resolves technical, operational, system, and other related issues.
- Plans and performs work to achieve quality testing results, operates in a fiscally responsible manner to achieve operational efficiency and adheres to established policies, practices, and procedures. Collaborates with Laboratory supervisory staff and Laboratory administration in establishing and implementing goals and objectives.
- Evaluates operations, quality assurance, and quality control. Recommends changes in procedures and techniques to Director of Laboratories.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Performs required administrative and clerical functions to ensure proper and efficient operation.
- Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
- Shift Requirements: No weekends, no on-call, no floating. The department is closed for the following holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
- Required Certifications: Certified ASCP.
- Experience: 3 years of experience, including examination, interpretation, and classification of both gynecological and non-gynecological cytology specimens.
- Skills: Familiarity with personal computers. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Demonstrated proficiency in interpreting gynecologic smears as required by regulatory agencies.
Get in Touch:
We want to hear from you! If you think you'd be a good match, submit your resume and reach out to Vaishali at 862-895-6077 to learn more.
Who We Are:
Since 1986, Hired by Matrix, Inc. has improved our candidates' lives with exciting job opportunities that provide outstanding career advancement. Hired by Matrix offers our contract professionals competitive salaries, benefits after 60 days, and a 401k option with a company match after one year. Hired by Matrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and proud to be certified as both a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise and a Woman-Owned Small Business.
Connect with us on LinkedIn today and learn more about how HbM can change your career: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hired-by-matrix-inc/
Check out our Career Center: https://www.hiredbymatrix.com/find-work/open-positions/