Cytotechnologist III

Cytotechnologist III

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center

The Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center’s Section of Cytology in Lebanon, New Hampshire is seeking a full-time cytotechnologist to join a vibrant and growing cytology laboratory. Cytotechnologists participate in a broad range of basic and complex cases encountered at an academic medical center. The cytology laboratory supports an active FNA ROSE service.  Cytotechnologists assist with the teaching of pathology residents and cytopathology fellows. The cytology section works closely with the world-renown Dartmouth Laboratory for Clinical Genomics and Advanced Technology (CGAT) and has major funded research programs in informatics - including deep learning - related to cytology.

The cytotechnologist will analyze and interpret cellular changes caused by disease processes and prepare samples for microscopic examination by processing and staining clinical gynecological and non-gynecological specimens.  Additionally, the cytotechnologist will perform thorough microscopic examination of the slides to detect and interpret cellular changes, document initial findings, and route to cytopathologist for final diagnosis when necessary.  The cytotechnologist will also assist clinician colleagues with slide preparation during fine needle aspiration procedures and perform on-site adequacy assessments as needed, participate and assist in research and development activities and mentor and teach all aspects of cytology to residents, medical students, fellows, and new cytotechnologists.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

1. FNA ROSE experience required; telecytology experience preferred.
2. Ability to perform mentally demanding tasks and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
3. Proficiency with computer entry/retrieval of lab results.
4. In-depth knowledge of anatomy; histology; benign and abnormal cytology of all body sites.
5. Ability to utilize independent judgment and provide patient-focused care in a clinical setting through the accurate microscopic evaluation of cases.
6. Experience performing 10% quality control review of negative Pap tests.
7. Position requires knowledge of various complex laboratory techniques and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university required, unless prior to September 1992 with two years at an accredited institution.
• Successful completion of a 12-month CAAHEP accredited Cytotechnology program required.
• 2 years’ experience.

Required Licensure/Certification Skills:

• CT (ASCP)

Read more about Dartmouth-Hitchcock and why YOU should work here.

The Dartmouth-Hitchcock health system stretches over New Hampshire and Vermont and offers the quintessential New England experience. With no income or sales tax, this beautiful area combines history, industry and business and has been ranked consistently as one of the best places in the US to live and work. Anchored by the academic Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH, the system includes the NCI-designated Norris Cotton Cancer Center, the Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth-Hitchcock; 4 affiliated hospitals and 30 Dartmouth- Hitchcock ambulatory clinics across the region. With destinations like Boston, New York, the seacoast and ski country within driving distance, the opportunities - both career and personal - truly make New Hampshire the ideal place to work and play.

Interviews will be held in October 2020

Applicants are encouraged to visit our laboratory career site to learn more and apply:

Please visit: DHLabCareers.org

Dartmouth-Hitchcock is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.