$5,000 Sign on Incentive
Primary Purpose
Provides analysis of specimens for review by the pathologist.
Minimum Specifications
Education
- Must have a Bachelor's degree in a Science related field; OR,
- Must have a Master's degree in a Science related field if a Bachelor's degree is in a non-science related field.
Experience
- None
Equivalent Education and/or Experience
- None
Certification/Registration/Licensure
- Must be registered as a Cytotechnologist through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (CT-ASCP) OR
Registered as a Cytotechnologist with an International Accreditation (CT-IAC).
Required Tests for Placement
Skills or Special Abilities
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to exercise judgment based on technical knowledge.
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to maintain orderliness and to keep accurate records.
- Must be able to effectively follow written and oral instructions.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with laboratory staff and hospital employees.
Responsibilities
- Screens pap smears and non-gynecological slides and reports results according to established protocol.
- Reviews patient history in association with screening cytology slides.
- Documents workload and submits weekly reports for review. Reviews discrepant cases with Pathologist to improve and provide quality patient care.
- Maintains a False Negative Proportion (FNP) of ± 1-2% of the lab average but does not exceed a 5% overall FNP.
- Maintains an 80-100% Diagnostic Correlation with the Pathologist.
- Maintains gyn statistical analysis rates of ± 5% as compared to the laboratory's overall rates.
- Maintains individual workload limit as set forth by the supervisor/director, derived from the employee's 6 month performance appraisal.
- Completes special assignments as designated by the supervisor in a timely and professional manner.
- Assists with Fine Needle Aspiration(FNA) adequacy assessments throughout various procedure areas in the hospital.
Job Accountabilities
- Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.
- Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
- Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a science-related field
- Alternatively, a master's degree in a science-related field when the bachelor's degree is in a non-science field
- Registration as a Cytotechnologist through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (CT-ASCP) or International Accreditation (CT-IAC)
- Ability to exercise judgment based on technical knowledge
- Ability to maintain orderliness and accurate records
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions effectively
- Effective communication with laboratory staff and hospital employees
What We Do
Parkland Health first opened its doors in 1894 and is now one of the largest public hospital systems in the country. The hospital averages more than 1 million outpatient visits annually. Services include a Level I Trauma Center, the only verified burn center in North Texas and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The system also includes 20 community-based clinics, including primary care and women's clinics, 12 school-based clinics and numerous outreach and education programs. Parkland is the primary teaching hospital for the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Despite our growth for more than 100 years, our mission and vision remain the same – to care for you and your family. Thank you for choosing Parkland.
