UPMC is hiring a full-time Cytologist! We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Cytologist to join our team in a float position across multiple UPMC hospitals, including UPMC Magee-Womens, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Presbyterian, and Shadyside Hospital Cytology Labs. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise while gaining exposure to diverse hospital environments!

Schedule: Daylight hours, Monday through Friday. No weekends or holidays.

If you are a dedicated and skilled Cytologist looking to join a leading healthcare organization and enjoy a diverse work environment, we encourage you to apply!

UPMC is offering a generous sign-on bonus for Cytologists of up to $15,000 for those who qualify!

Responsibilities:

+ Assist with special projects and conferences.

+ Perform all responsibilities according to the philosophy of the UPMC Health System such that the needs of our customers are fulfilled.

+ Oversee and assist with problem solving of staining and cytopreparatory procedures; perform cytopreparation, staining and clerical functions as necessary.

+ Operate and maintain equipment within the scope of training utilizing defined schedules and written instructions to perform quality control checks, preventive maintenance, and calibration. Perform minor repairs.

+ Assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department on a temporary basis as delegated.

+ Maintain in-depth knowledge of cytologic criteria and keep abreast of current developments in the field of cytology.

+ Assist with the collection of fine needle aspirations and other specimens as necessary following established procedures.

+ Perform evaluation of cell samples according to established protocols with accuracy in a timely and efficient manner.

+ Render diagnosis for consideration by Pathologist on all other cell samples and mark diagnostic areas on slide.

+ Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.

+ Enter diagnoses on all patient cases in the Pathology Information System and sign out negative Pap tests.

+ Train and orient new employees, students and residents.

+ Correlate pertinent clinical history and obtain it when necessary as well as correlate current case with previous cytologic and/or surgical specimens.

+ Perform final sign out of diagnoses on the majority of Pap tests.

+ Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, compliance and personnel policies.

+ Identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies, or results and take appropriate action.

+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university required.

+ Successful completion of a CAHEA accredited Cytology program required; OR

+ Equivalent education and experience.

+ 1-2 years experience as a Cytologist preferred.

+ Pathology Information System experience preferred.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ Cytologist (CT (ASCP)) certification or registry eligible is required.

+ If registry eligible, successful completion of the ASCP registry exam is required within 18 months from date of hire

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran