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Req #: 237327

Department: Laboratory Medicine and Pathology

Posting Date: 09/06/2024

Closing Info: Open Until Filled

Salary: $7,518 - $11,086 per month

Shift: First Shift

Notes: As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here. ( https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-summary-classified-staff-greater-than-half-time-20220908_a11y.pdf)

The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology has an outstanding opportunity for a Cytotechnologist 2 .

WORK SCHEDULE

• 40 hours per week

• Day Shift WHAT WE OFFER

• Vacation time and sick time off that accrues monthly, including 12 paid holidays.

• Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.

• Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, and retirement plan options.

• Lots of free fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.

• State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.

• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a UW employee. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Sitting at desk and microscope use for majority of hours worked

• Ability to multi-task and be flexible as priorities change throughout each day

• Lab Medicine employees are considered essential staff and as such are required to report to work when scheduled despite inclement weather REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor of Science Degree

• Graduation from Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Cytotechnology program

• American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Registry (BOR) certification as a Cytotechnologist (CT) or Specialist in Cytotechnology (SCT)

• At least 3 years full-time experience as a cytotechnologist within the preceding 10 years.

• Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Under the general supervision of the Cytology Supervisor, the Cytology Technologist 2 will conduct clinical diagnostic procedures and research activities in a clinical cytology laboratory; direct the work of Cytology Technologists, Anatomic Pathology Technicians and other assigned staff; perform quality control assessments; and perform administrative procedures in support of the laboratory operation.

• Perform screening of gynecological and non-gynecological specimens, reporting of negative gynecological cases, and refer preliminary diagnosed non-negative gynecological and all non-gynecological cases to the pathologist

• Perform quality control assessments of cytopreparation and rescreening of gynecologic cases

• Perform laboratory specimen processing consisting of gynecologic and non-gynecologic slide preparation, manual staining and coverslipping of slides

• Maintain staining setup and prepare chemical reagents according to laboratory procedures

• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of lab equipment and instruments in accordance with procedures, and documents work completed

• Respond to inquiries concerning specimen requirements and case status

• Assist in fine needle aspiration procedures and perform rapid on-site immediate assessment for fine needle aspirations and core needle biopsies, using telecytology when indicated

• Must monitor and record daily documentation of the total number of slides examined and total number of hours spent screening at the University of Washington and at any other laboratory, and in accordance with CLIA/CAP regulations

• Comply with lab policies, safety regulations, and state & federal requirements

• Participate in training students, trainees and new employees

• Perform the work of Cytology Technologist 1

• Perform duties in in support of anatomic pathology services as assigned ABOUT US A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally. To learn more about our team, please click HERE (https://dlmp.uw.edu/about/about-us)UW Medicine includes Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Neighborhood Clinics, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.