About this opportunity
College of American Pathologists lists this Cytology Technical Specialist opportunity in northfield township, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Brief Description
The Cytology Technical Specialist is responsible for:
Managing, planning, directing, and delivering discipline specific technical program/products and Resource Committee projects content to meet customers’ needs and support College objectives.
Serving as a resource for communication and consultation services for a broad
constituency, internally and externally.
Conducting in-house cytology slide review:
screen PAP slides in preparation for Cytopathology Committee meetings
review of difficult cases
troubleshooting QC slides replacements
support Cytology Associates and help screen when there is a backlog
Providing expertise in digital pathology and whole slide imaging (WSI) as applied to CAP cytology programs, including the transition from glass to digital formats where applicable.
Assisting with planning and implementation efforts related to the CAP’s digital cytopathology initiatives, including development for potential new offerings.
Working cooperatively, using comprehensive decision-making skills and diverse procedures and policies to analyze, manage, interpret, and develop Surveys programs.
Specific Duties
Primary duties and responsibilities of the Cytology Technical Specialist:
Validate technical accuracy of Surveys programs through critical oversight of creation of documents, integration of information from all contributing sources, and coordination of production schedules.
Manage and ensure accuracy of databases, bill of material and mailing specifications, kit instructions, and result forms and designated online program content.
Review accuracy of slides to linked images and ancillary testing as appropriate.
Provide basic orientation, direction, and ongoing management to scientific and administrative committees in areas of:
CAP policy
operational procedures
information routing
resources
responsibilities
strategic planning summaries
Provide comprehensive consultative services to all internal groups, directly involved in or otherwise impacted by the Surveys Programs.
Responsibilities to these areas may include:
reviewing document/systems development
gathering, managing, and interpreting information from internal or external sources
responding to questions or problem solving as issues arise
managing materials piloting
Serve as a training resource to mentor staff liaisons for resource committees, further departmental knowledge, or assist in developmental projects as identified, or as collaborated with, by technical analysts, project managers, technical managers, or directors.
Identify, propose, develop, or improve projects, programs, or processes within the Surveys Department.
Support the integration of whole slide imaging (WSI) and digital pathology within CAP’s cytology programs.
Assist in evaluating emerging technologies related to digital cytopathology and contribute to pilot projects assessing feasibility and implementation.
Collaborate with scientific committees and CAP leadership to develop strategies for digital transition.
Identify operational improvements related to digital workflows, imaging standards, and participant training for digital-based cytology proficiency testing and education.
Provide direction and consultative services externally on an ongoing basis.
Major interfaces include:
CMS
CDC
FDA
NIST
CLSI
State Departments of Health
vendors
commercial manufacturers
medical associations
Maintain awareness of activities in the field of laboratory medicine in assigned disciplines and for regulatory and legislative processes in general.
Other duties as assigned by the manager.
Knowledge / Skills Required / Preferred
Personal:
Good judgment
Self-initiator
Able to prioritize
Excellent decision-making abilities
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Professional:
General understanding of business practices and management
Familiarity with all Pap slide methods, and knowledge of non-gynecologic cytology, including diagnostic skills and knowledge of different staining techniques and cell preparations
Technical:
Comfortable with computer systems use
Cytotechnology skills
Education / Experience
Education:
Baccalaureate required
Experience:
Management experience or course work preferred
Minimum 3 years in cytology practice required
Related certifications:
CT (ASCP) required
Additional Information:
Travel:
Travel required, approximately 10%
This position is based out of Northfield, IL. Candidates must reside within 75-miles of the Northfield office and meet in office requirements.
Salary:
$75,000 - $94,000
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