Sr Cytotechnologist

SUMMARY

Reports to the Pathology Manager. The Sr. Cytotechnologist oversees daily operations of the cytology laboratory. The work performed by the specialist includes routine and complex cases. Participates in research projects. Serves as a technical resource for other technical personnel, providing guidance and direction in resolving problems.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversees cytology operations on a day-to-day basis. Responsible for problem solving, collecting monthly and yearly statistics as requested by CLIA.

Participates in research projects within assigned laboratory section as well as the review, analysis, development, and implementation of new and improved clinical laboratory procedures and techniques.

Utilizes advanced knowledge in order to function as a technical resource person for other technical personnel within the specialists’ area of specialization, providing guidance and direction in resolving problems.

Regularly reviews technical/professional literature (i.e., journals, research papers, books, etc.) on topics pertinent to area of specialization in order to remain current on new procedures, innovations, etc.

May periodically contribute topics to professional journals, etc., presenting research and opinions within area of specialization.

Regularly provides for the clinical education and experience of students and residents within area of specialization. May conduct formal classroom sessions to students and others presenting topics, analyses, technical background information, etc. from area of specialization.

May interview and make recommendations for selection of staff.

May participate in performance reviews of staff.

Performs the duties of the Cytotechnologist.

Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Baccalaureate degree in biologic sciences and successful completion of cytotechnology internship from an approved program.
• National certification (or eligible) in cytology by ASCP or equivalent.
• Advanced or Masters degree work in area of specialization is desired but specialized knowledge can also be obtained through equivalent work experience.
• Must possess keen perceptual ability.
• Able to function as part of a team, which includes physicians, surgeons, nurses, therapists, and other specialists to assure a high quality of patient care.
• Microscopic work requires intense concentration and confinement for long periods of time over which accuracy and productivity must be maintained.
• Must maintain consistent, high-level, quality specimen processing skills, technical excellence, and expertise.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE

One-year job-related (specialized) work experience in addition to any equivalent work experience required offsetting formal training at the Masters level.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged microscopic screening is demanding to eyes and back.
• Exposure to infectious material and toxins, cleaning agents, mounting media, alcohol, and bleach which may cause irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.

Pay Range

$39.56-$65.28

Location

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type

M-F - 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Work Shift

Day

Daily Hours

8 hours

Driving Required

Yes

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