CYTOTECHNOLOGIST (FT; 40hrs/wk) - Temple Health/Fox Chase Cancer Center

Job Summary

• The registered cytotechnologist examines cytology slides to appropriately mark and interpret cancer, neoplastic and benign findings for cytopathologists. The registered cytotechnologist confers with clinicians and provides adequacy evaluations for fine needle aspirations often simultaneously with a cytopathologist.
• The other duties are extremely varied to include communicating with clinicians, preparing specimens, using computer functions, participating in educational activities, performing statistical tasks and providing support for daily cytology laboratory needs.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree: Cytology/Cytotechnology (Required)

Licenses & Certifications

• ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathology (Preferred)

Experience

• 1 Year experience as a Cytotechnologist (Preferred)

Required Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Customer Service Skills
• General Clerical Skills
• General Computer Skills
• Medical Terminology
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Organizational Skills
• Strong Communication Skills
• Strong Interpersonal Skills

General Responsibilities

• Complies with all Temple University Health System policies and procedures, and all applicable accreditation standards, laws and regulations, including those regarding patient confidentiality such as, but not limited to, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, P. L. 104-191 ('HIPAA') and the rules and regulations implemented hereunder.
• Adheres to and promotes Hospital Safety Standards and the Safety Management Plan.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).
• Demonstrates competency in providing patient care that is individualized relative to age, population, developmental, psycho-social-cultural and demonstrated needs.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

TUHS Core Competencies

Respect

• Shows concern and consideration for others. Treats others as they would like to be treated.
• Evokes trust in others by keeping commitments and avoiding blame.
• Is direct and truthful. Communicates clearly and openly.
• Responds to and resolves challenging situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Contributes to achieving an environment where diversity is respected and valued.

Service

• Works relentlessly to achieve excellent service, and to re-establish trust if service fails to meet expectations.
• Anticipates and responds to customers and co-workers' needs in a timely and positive manner.
• Consistently adheres to the Service Excellence Standards.

Quality

• Makes the extra effort to achieve excellent results.
• Takes actions to continually improve quality and safety in daily work.
• Takes responsibility for own actions; holds self and others to high ethical and performance standards.

Job Responsibilities

Laboratory Tests & Procedures

• Screens Gynecological and Non-Gynecological cytology cases using departmental guidelines. Refers to hospital information systems, laboratory computer systems, and electronic patient records for patient information.
• Attends fine needle aspirations in EMB, DI, OR, outpatient and inpatient areas for the purpose of preparing smears, proper handling of specimens and obtaining clinical information. Provides specimen adequacy when appropriate and conferences with a cytopathologist during or after the procedure to properly triage the specimen.
• Accessions all cytology cases following departmental guidelines. Prints histories & labels.
• Prepares cytology specimens when needed. Stains, coverslips, and files slides as needed.
• Follows cytopreparation guidelines for cleaning, preparing and discarding all specimens.
• Maintains a clean work area in accordance with JCAHO, CAP, OSHA & CLIA.

Teaching, Training, & Learning

• Confers with supervisor when dealing with any problematic situations.
• Assists with QA functions, statistics, study set development, workshop & miscellaneous projects.
• Instructs cytology students, residents and fellows when needed.
• Attends local and national meetings when possible.

Teamwork

• Actively participates to move the team toward the completion of goals.
• Makes procedural or process suggestions for achieving team goals or performing team functions; provides necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to help the team accomplish its goals.
• Listens to and fully involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual's differences and talents.
• Shares important or relevant information with the team.
• Builds a positive team by offering assistance and support to co-workers, patients, vendors, and partners.
• Puts success of team above own interests.
• Works actively to resolve conflicts.

Communication

• Articulates thoughts and ideas effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Restates the opinions of others to clarify understanding.
• Presents information effectively in a variety of settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, with peers, direct reports, and superiors.
• Listens actively and is open to feedback. Provides fair and constructive feedback to others.
• Keeps team members and customers adequately informed.

Accountability

• Takes responsibility for own actions.
• Strives to improve levels of individual, team and organizational performance.
• Measures self against standard of excellence.
• Participates in performance improvement efforts.
• Demonstrates efficient and effective use of organizational resources as well as systems and services.
• Explore new opportunities to add value to the organization and departmental processes.

Physical Requirements, Physical Demands, & Work Environment

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. To request an accommodation, contact Human Resources. TUHS is committed to compliance with federal, state, and local laws regarding individuals with disabilities.
• The Physical Requirements, Physical Demands and Work Environment of this job are currently under review. Please contact your Human Resources department directly if you have any questions or require additional information.

All activities performed must be in compliance with Temple University Health System policies, Equal Employment Opportunity laws, patient confidentiality, and other Federal, State, and Local Laws and regulations as appropriate. The content of this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work expectations performed by incumbents in this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all position duties required and performed by the incumbent in the role. Nothing in this job description restricts management's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The organization has the right, at its sole discretion, based on business and patient needs, to alter or change the expectations and duties at any time. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Your Tomorrow is Here!

Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

To support this mission, Temple University Health System is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike. At Temple Health, your tomorrow is here!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Your Tomorrow is Here!

As one of the first cancer hospitals in the country, Fox Chase Cancer Center has been a national leader in cancer treatment, research, and prevention for more than 100 years. Fox Chase Cancer Center, part of the Temple University Health System, is committed to providing the best treatment options for our patients, and delivering that care with compassion.

At Fox Chase, we consider defeating cancer to be our calling. Our unique culture allows employees to work collaboratively with a single, shared focus, regardless of which department they're in.

It's essential for us to recruit not only the best talent in hospital care, but hire well-qualified prospective employees who are committed to serving our patients with the passion and excellence for which Fox Chase is known. Apply today to be part of the future of prevailing over cancer.