Position Summary                                                                                                                                                                             

Receives body material, fluids, exudate and scrapings, etc. and assists physicians with FNA procedures and collects specimens from patients. Examines and records classification of slides and presents slides with unusual cytomorphology to Pathologist for further examination. Maintains record of all work performed in Cytology section, e.g. NYS Department of Health requirements and annual statistics. Supervises Cytotechnologists, assigns workload, develops schedule, prepares and maintains departmental records. Performs other duties as assigned.

 Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:                                                                                                                                                                             

1. Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors
2. Must Maintain all records as per regulatory agencies requirements-CAP and Must perform monthly and annual review of all required standards.
3. Writes and revises and maintains SOP’s for policy and procedure manual
4. Assists in Cytology Aspiration procedures that are scheduled from Ambulatory Surgery, Breast Imaging, Endoscopy, Off Site Radiology, and Radiology Department.
5. Screens gynecological and non-gynecological cases on a daily basis and in a timely
6. Sign out cases with the Pathologist on (according to schedule)
7. Assists with preparation, staining and coverslipping of cytology specimens as
8. Labels all Cytology stained slides, compares name, number of slides, clinical information, and gross description against the Cytology requisitions.
9. Change and clean equipment and solutions in the Cytology Aspiration procedure tray, keep Cytology Aspiration procedure supplies in tray stocked as needed.
10. Schedules per diem coverage and supervises
11. Prepares and submits quality control/quality assurance
12. Meets regularly with Laboratory Director and
13. Maintains CME log for all members of
14. Interviews cytology candidates for
15. Maintains and writes competency reviews for
16. Assists with cytotechnologists performance
17. Assists with disciplinary action as needed for
18. Orders supplies and maintains
19. Participates in any other departmental activities as directed by the Laboratory Director or Pathology
20. Performs all other related duties as

 Education & Experience Requirements                                                                                                                                                                             

• Y.S. license and prior supervisory experience required.
• Bachelor of Science with ASCP Registry and/or Certified Cytology School Degree
• 3 years minimum experience screening gynecological, non-gynecological specimens and fine needle aspirations
• Familiar with Bethesda system for Cytology
• ThinPrep Certification

 Core Competencies                                                                                                                                                                             

Flexibility Organized Adaptability Attention to Detail Stress Tolerance

 Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment                                                                                                                                                                             

• May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.
• Must be able to move about the
• Must be able to remain stationary for extended periods of
• Requires frequent use of computers and other office and laboratory
• Must be able to rapidly assess and respond to situational needs of the

The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital.

About White Plains Hospital

White Plains Hospital is an award winning hospital and member of the Montefiore Health System, serving as its tertiary hub of advanced care in the Hudson Valley. The Hospital is a 292-bed not-for-profit health care organization with the primary mission of providing exceptional acute and preventive medical care to all people who live in, work in or visit Westchester County and its surrounding areas. Centers of Excellence include the Center for Cancer Care, The William & Sylvia Silberstein Neonatal & Maternity Center and The Ruth and Jerome A. Siegel Stroke Center. The Flanzer Center for Emergencies and Critical Care at White Plains Hospital is the busiest Emergency Department in Westchester County, and well-positioned to handle a wide range of adult and pediatric emergencies. Specially trained, highly skilled physicians and nurses provide patient-focused emergency medical care in a recently expanded, state-of-the-art setting that stresses comfort and privacy. White Plains Hospital now performs Cardiac Surgery by world-renowned experts. This additional therapy has transformed White Plains Hospital into one of the premier destinations for top-quality and life-saving cardiac care in th...e Hudson Valley. With a team of expert general cardiologists, the latest interventional and non-invasive diagnostic tools, two cardiac catheterization labs and now cardiac surgery, the Cardiac Services Department at White Plains Hospital works together as an integrated Heart Center team to provide you with full-service cardiac care.White Plains Hospital has many outpatient medical facilities across Westchester including multispecialty practices in Armonk and New Rochelle; and Scarsdale Medical Group locations in Harrison and Scarsdale and most recently opened a 9-story Center for Advanced Medicine and Surgery.The Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission and earned its recognition being named again as Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News World & Report for 2021/22,White Plains Hospital is the only Hospital in Westchester to receive this accolade for three consecutive years (2019-2021). A 2021 recipient of the Outstanding Patient Experience Award™, White Plains Hospital is among the top 10% of hospitals nationwide recognized for achieving outstanding performance in the delivery of positive experiences for patients during their hospital stay, officially recognized as a Great Place to Work for 2019-2020. The Hospital recently received its 3rd Magnet designation in 2021.Website:  http://www.wphospital.org

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