The Cytotechnologist directly supervises all functions of the Cytology Section, responsible for planning, coordinating, staffing, and addressing technical issues within the section. Duties include performing ThinPrep screening (GYN and Non-GYN), handling stat reads and FNA procedures, and evaluating specimens for interpretation.
Requirements summary
A Bachelor's degree is required for this role, along with a minimum of four years of job-related experience, including at least one year specifically as a Cytologist. Preference is given to candidates holding ASCP certification as a Cytotechnologist.
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Various (United States of America) Job Summary Under general supervision of the Histology/Cytology Manager, along with Wellstar Laboratory Medical Directors and diagnostic expertise of the pathologist group, directly supervises all functions of the Cytology Section. Is responsible for planning, coordinating, staffing and technical issues of the section. Responsible for working with co-workers to efficiently perform cytology duties , ThinPrep screening (GYN-automated assisted PAP screening, Non-GYN, stat reads and FNA), special cytological preparations and evaluates specimens from different anatomic sites for interpretation utilizing appropriate criteria for both immediate and same day microscopic examination. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions CYTOLOGY PREPARATION:
Ensure that specimens and patients are properly labeled with patient and site information when received in the laboratory
Accurately accession and enter patient data and specimen type into the Laboratory computer system
Process each specimen maintaining patient identification through the preparation process
Cytology prep is performed by the Cytotechnologist, per facility as applicable
Verify the quality control (routine, histochemistry stains and/or immunohistochemistry) and patient slides are acceptable before forwarding to pathologist PATHOLOGY COMPUTER, PRINCIPLE AND INSTRUMENTATION:
Knowledge of all cytology instrumentation and how to troubleshoot
Pull request and pending logs sendouts in the Misys and CoPath computer systems
Enter sendout test charges as well as intraoperative consultation and ThinPrep Pathologist review charges
Have complete knowledge and understanding for CoPath Cytology billing, physician group codes QUALITY MANAGEMENT:
Resolve and inform any quality control and/or quality assurance issues to supervisors of involved departments
Perform maintenance check on cytology equipment documentation required by regulatory agencies
Monitor patient reports and prepare Reference lab requisitions to be sent out for consultation; ensure HIPPA compliance
Coordinate staffing, vacation, and work duties to maintain a steady workflow SPECIAL PROCEDURES:
Minimum 1 year Cytologist experience required Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care. Mission, Vision & Values At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery. OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time. OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.
