Posted: 27-Aug-24
Location: Reading, Pennsylvania
Salary: Open
Categories:
Internal Number: 43395
Penn State Health - St Joseph Regional
Location: US:PA:Reading
Work Type: PRN
FTE: 0.001
Shift: Day
Hours: Varied
Recruiter Contact: Trevor Smith at tsmith46@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Stains, mounts, and studies cells of human body to detect evidence of cancer, hormonal abnormalities, and other pathological conditions, following established standards and practices. Prepares microscopic slides from specimens of blood, scrapings, or other bodily exudates, and fixes and stains slide to preserve specimen and enhance visibility of cells under microscope. Examines slide under microscope to identify abnormalities in cell structure. Reports abnormalities to the Pathologist. May supervise and coordinate activities of staff of cytology laboratory.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelors degree in Cytology or related science
Or comparable education needed to fulfill registry requirements for the American Society of Clinical Pathologists and successful completion of a 12 month CAHEA accredited Cytotechnology program.
Experience:
No previous experience required.
License/Certification:
Must be registered by the Board of Registry of the American Society of Clinical Pathologists as Cytotechnologist.
This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
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