$10,000 Sign On Bonus

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, prepares and stains specimens from any body site and

microscopically examines their cellular structures to detect cancer and other

abnormalities. Responsible for issuing diagnostic reports on normal (negative)

gynecological specimens. Assists clinician at the aspiration biopsy site by preparing

smears, proper collection and processing of the specimen.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. As per departmental guidelines, processes the specimens and stains the smears.

   Microscopically examines prepared, stained smears to detect structural abnormalities.

   Classifies smears based on cellular knowledge as normal (negative), abnormal and

   diagnostic of cancer. Correlate surgical reports from HFH anatomic pathology with

   cytologic findings. Total number of slides screened not to exceed the limit set by CLIA

3. Rotate on technical processing, cubicle position, and NGYN screening according to

   schedule set by leader/supervisor.

4. For gynecological specimens (Pap smears), determine which cases should be further

   evaluated by the cytopathologist, formulate and issue diagnostic reports on normal

   (negative) cases, and perform follow-up triage on all cases routed to the pathologist

   before finalization of reports.

5. Assist with instructional training of MLT, cytotechnology students, residents, fellows,

   and the orientation of new staff.

6. Maintains competency in the use of information systems used for daily work.

   EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• A Bachelors Degree with successful completion in CAAHEP accredited program in

  cytotechnology or fulfill CLIA88 requirements for cytotechnologist as stated in Federal

  Register 493.1483, if prior to 1992.

• Ability to sit for long periods of time at a microscope.

  Vision

• Near Acuity: Ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less.

  Depth Perception: Ability to judge distance and space relationships.

  Accommodation: Ability to adjust vision to bring objects into focus.

• Color Vision: Ability to distinguish and identify different colors necessary to perform job

  functions.

  LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• ASCP eligibility or certification in cytotechnology.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus

• Department: Pathology Cytology Lab

• Shift: Day Job

• Union Code: Not Applicable

  Additional Details

  This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Overview

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