About this opportunity
Jackson Health System lists this Cytotechnologist 2, Full Time, Days opportunity in miami, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Summary
Cytotechnologists 2 are responsible for the microscopic examination of cellular specimens of more difficult nature, reviewing cases referred by Cytotechnologists I, and classification of all types of negative cases. Emphasis of the work is on accuracy in microscopic examination of more difficult specimens and in classification of all types of negative slides.
Location and Employment
Miami, FL – Anatomic Pathology, Full-Time – Days – Jackson Memorial Hospital
Responsibilities
Produces accurate results and outcomes according to age specific standard operating procedures.
Matches the patient identifying information on specimens with the work document without clerical/data entry errors or omissions.
Demonstrates the ability to coordinate simultaneous series of procedures with accuracy.
Consults supervisor for additional assignments and follows them to completion.
Completes patient and quality control procedures within defined time limits.
Interprets patient and quality control samples or procedures determining whether they are abnormal or incorrect.
Takes appropriate action according to protocol.
Recognizes and documents efforts to resolve equipment and/or procedural problems.
Notifies supervisor when necessary. Participates actively in the QA/QI programs of the department.
Completes routine tasks without direct supervision.
Performs preventive maintenance and documents corrective actions taken.
Prioritizes workload in response to STAT requests according to protocol.
Learns new procedures and assignments within mutually agreed upon time frame.
Maintains an appropriate inventory of supplies, keeps working supplies stocked.
Adapts to modifications of work assignments and, when requested, is willing to adjust personal schedule for the benefit of patient care.
Demonstrates a concern for cleanliness of self and work area.
Practices infection control for the protection of the patients, co-workers and self.
Assumes ownership of issues and follows them to resolution.
Maintains current knowledge of written revisions in procedures as well as advances in the profession.
Offers innovative solutions to allow for efficient and effective delivery of laboratory service.
Maintains neat, legible and organized written work documents with appropriate dates/initials.
Organizes and performs work according to section procedure manual, ensuring that workflow can be followed by other personnel.
Performs other duties not covered above after appropriate notification and training.
Assists in training of new employees, and educational training of students, residents and fellows when required.
Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Performs all other related job duties as assigned.
Experience
Generally requires 3 to 5 years of related experience.
Education
High School diploma is required.
Skills
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure.
Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment.
Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications.
Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the nursing area.
Credentials
Valid license or certification is required as needed, based on the job or specialty.
Jackson Health System is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
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Worksite address
miami, FL, 33222, US
Who can apply
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