$10,000 Sign On Bonus

　　GENERAL SUMMARY:

　　Under general supervision, prepares and stains specimens from any body site and

　　microscopically examines their cellular structures to detect cancer and other

　　abnormalities. Responsible for issuing diagnostic reports on normal (negative)

　　gynecological specimens. Assists clinician at the aspiration biopsy site by preparing

　　smears, proper collection and processing of the specimen.

　　PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　As per departmental guidelines, processes the specimens and stains the smears.

　　Microscopically examines prepared, stained smears to detect structural abnormalities.

　　Classifies smears based on cellular knowledge as normal (negative), abnormal and

　　diagnostic of cancer. Correlate surgical reports from HFH anatomic pathology with

　　cytologic findings. Total number of slides screened not to exceed the limit set by CLIA

　　Rotate on technical processing, cubicle position, and NGYN screening according to

　　schedule set by leader/supervisor.

　　For gynecological specimens (Pap smears), determine which cases should be further

　　evaluated by the cytopathologist, formulate and issue diagnostic reports on normal

　　(negative) cases, and perform follow-up triage on all cases routed to the pathologist

　　before finalization of reports.

　　Assist with instructional training of MLT, cytotechnology students, residents, fellows,

　　and the orientation of new staff.

　　Maintains competency in the use of information systems used for daily work.

　　EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

　　A Bachelors Degree with successful completion in CAAHEP accredited program in

　　cytotechnology or fulfill CLIA88 requirements for cytotechnologist as stated in Federal

　　Register 493.1483, if prior to 1992.

　　Ability to sit for long periods of time at a microscope.

　　Vision

　　Near Acuity: Ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less.

　　Depth Perception: Ability to judge distance and space relationships.

　　Accommodation: Ability to adjust vision to bring objects into focus.

　　Color Vision: Ability to distinguish and identify different colors necessary to perform job

　　functions.

　　LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

　　ASCP eligibility or certification in cytotechnology.

　　Additional Information

　　Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus

　　Department: Pathology Cytology Lab

　　Additional DetailsThis posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

　　Overview

　　Under the leadership of President and CEO Robert G. Riney, Henry Ford Health is a $6 billion integrated health system comprised of six hospitals, a health plan, and 250+ sites including medical centers, walk-in and urgent care clinics, pharmacy, eye care facilities and other healthcare retail. Established in 1915 by auto industry pioneer Henry Ford, the health system now has 32,000 employees and remains home to the 1,900-member Henry Ford Medical Group, one of the nation’s oldest physician groups. An additional 2,200 physicians are also affiliated with the health system through the Henry Ford Physician Network. Henry Ford is also one of the region’s major academic medical centers, receiving between $90-$100 million in annual research funding and remaining Michigan’s fourth largest NIH-funded institution. Also an active participant in medical education and training, the health system has trained nearly 40% of physicians currently practicing in the state and also provides education and training for other health professionals including nurses, pharmacists, radiology and respiratory technicians. visitHenryFord.com.Benefits

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