Cytotechnologist

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Type of Position:
Clinical Staff – Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
The safety of our team members at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is our top priority. For this reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with our Student & Employee Health Services dept. UAMS will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only ):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:
ICE LPSL APATH Cytopathology

Department’s Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The cytotechnologist works under the direct supervision of the Cytology Supervisor and the Medical Director to ensure that specimens are processed, screened, diagnosed, and signed out adhering to the highest standard of patient care. The cytotechnologist has many essential responsibilities that require decision making skills and independent judgment. These skills and the cytotechnologist’s decision making authority are crucial for accurate and excellent patient care.
• Screens conventional and Thin Prep pap tests according to CLIA 1988.
• Results conventional and Thin Prep pap tests as “Negative for Intraepithelial Lesion or Malignancy” without referral to the cytopathologist according to CLIA 1988 and The Bethesda System.
• Identifies and marks (screens) epithelial cell abnormalities, microorganisms, and reactive changes on screening and diagnostic pap tests and refers all non-negative and reactive cases to staff cytopathologists.
• Screens non-gynecologic samples for evidence of pre-malignant or malignant conditions or inflammatory responses to a specific microorganism and refers all non-gynecologic cases to the attending cytopathologist.
• Regularly reviews and renders a diagnosis on fine needle aspiration (FNA) cases and forwards them to the attending cytopathologist.
• Documents daily workload and records statistics of cases screened and time spent on other responsibilities.
• Documents all screening records, calculates percentages sent for rescreen and review, and records and reviews any 2-step discrepancies between original and final diagnosis. Data is submitted monthly to lab supervisor.
• Participates in interlab comparison programs in Gyn and Non-Gyn cytology.
• Assists with specimen collection and preparation by special procedures, (ultrasound guided and CT guided), and FNA’s performed by clinicians other than cytopathologists.
• Covers all responsibilities of the cytology laboratory support technician when they are absent.
• Covers all responsibilities of administrative personnel when they are absent.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications (Essential for the job – the applicant must possess at the time of hire)

• Baccalaureate Degree in Cytotechnology
• ASCP certified Cytotechnologist
• ThinPrep certification

Preferred Qualifications (Non-essential for the job –the applicant may possess at the time of hire) 

• Per CAP regulations: must have at least three years of experience as a full time cytotechnologist to be qualified as a supervisory level cytotechnologist defined by CLIA 88 guidelines.
• Gyn, Non-Gyn, FNA screening experience preferred.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu  for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting, Reaching, Sharps

Benefits Eligible:
Yes