Cambridge Health Alliance · 2 weeks ago
Cytotechnologist
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelCambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is an award-winning, integrated healthcare system that serves Cambridge, Somerville, and Boston. They are seeking a Cytotechnologist to perform and report tests in a manner that promotes efficient laboratory operations and effective patient care.
Health CareMedical
Responsibilities
Demonstrates thorough understanding of quality control protocol
Performs all quality control tests as per department guidelines adhering to frequency requirements and standards for quality control performance
Reports all outlier quality control results to the supervisor (or designee) and records the data and corrective action according to department protocol
Correctly performs all required daily and monthly instrument procedures according to department specific schedules and protocols
Effectively troubleshoots and resolves QC failures and instrument failures. Appropriately utilizes manufacturer's operator manuals and resource material to identify probable cause of failure. Independently contacts technical service representatives when required to resolve problems in a timely manner
Is familiar with various methods of cyto-preparation, staining, and cover slipping for all cytologic specimens and troubleshoots the same
Screens and diagnoses gynecologic cytology smears (PAP smears) according to established criteria, Is responsible for final diagnosis of negative cases
Screens and diagnoses, and refers to the supervisor and the pathologist, non-gynecologic and atypical gynecologic cytology smears according to established criteria
Understands the overall system and workflow of the Cytology laboratory, and can assist with problem solving as needed
Readily performs other tasks as assigned or directed by the supervisor
Qualification
Required
Have a BS/BA in a biological science
Have CT (ASCP) certification
Benefits
Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus for ASCP certified Cytotech!!! Bonus is based on experience
Company
Cambridge Health Alliance
Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is an award-winning, integrated healthcare system that serves Cambridge, Somerville, and Boston's
Founded in 1996
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
Andrea Campbell
2023-08-16Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Patrick Wardell
CEO
Joy Curtis
Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
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