Position: Cytotechnologist (Contract)
Location: Ithaca, New York, USA
Duration: 13 weeks
Schedule: Monday to Friday | Day Shift | 7.5 hours/day (37.5 hours/week)
Compensation: $135,000 – $145,000 (No benefits, bonus, or relocation support)
About The Role
Seeking an experienced
Cytotechnologist for a short-term contract assignment in Ithaca, NY. The role involves screening and evaluating gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens using the
Hologic ThinPrep system, with participation in
ultrasound/CT-guided fine needle aspiration (FNA) procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Screen and evaluate cytology specimens using the Hologic ThinPrep system
- Document findings in electronic medical records (Epic)
- Participate in ultrasound/CT-guided FNA procedures
- Ensure specimen integrity and accurate documentation
- Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and troubleshoot as needed
- Adhere to regulatory, safety, and infection control protocols
- Maintain quality assurance/workload records and complete 24 hours of continuing education per year
- Manage specimen retention and coordinate send-out consultations
Required Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum 1 year as a Cytotechnologist
- License: Valid New York State Cytotechnologist License
- Certifications: Hologic ThinPrep Imager & Review Scope certification
- Technologies: Experience with Hologic ThinPrep and Epic
- Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field
Additional Details
- Contract Type: Full-time (13 weeks)
- No benefits, relocation assistance, bonus, or visa sponsorship provided
- No security clearance required
- Must be open to travel as needed
Skills: laboratory instrument operation,epic,cytology,hologic thinprep,regulatory compliance,infection control,documentation,cytotechnology,continuing education,electronic medical records (epic),quality assurance