Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Varied
Hours: Day

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Responsible for providing day-to-day leadership and supervision of the section, including technical, financial, and human resource operations. Also responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance and serving as a liaison to laboratory administration, other hospital services, patients and clients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology required. 

3 years of experience working as a Cytotechnologist required.

Cytotechnologist certification (American Society for Clinical Pathology), or ability to obtain within one year, required.

Applicants trained outside of the United States must provide documentation of equivalency evaluation of their education and training to ensure it is equivalent to CLIA requirements. The equivalency evaluations will be performed by a nationally recognized organization. Ex. National Association Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES), the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). The applicant is responsible for paying the cost of the equivalency evaluation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Demonstrated problem-solving skills

Demonstrated analytical skills

Demonstrated organizational skills

Demonstrated leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Knowledge of College of American Pathologist (CAP) regulations within Cytology

Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance principles and proficiency in testing procedures.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous supervisory/lead experience preferred.

If chosen for this position, you may required to pass a Post Offer Employment Physical Exam in accordance with the measurements listed in the Work Task Analysis (WTA) report. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, martial status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.

Union: Non Bargained