Prime Staffing is seeking a travel Cytotechnologist for a travel job in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Cytotechnologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 09/01/2025
- Duration: 11 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days, flexible
- Employment Type: Travel
Cytotechnologist - DAYS 7am-3:30pm
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
1. Screens and diagnoses, and refers to the supervisor and the pathologist, non-gynecologic and atypical gynecologic cytology smear according to established criteria.
2. Assists the pathologist at fine needle aspirations in the Radiology Suite by preparing and staining slides for rapid interpretation.
3. Is familiar with pathology and hospital computer systems, and all record-keeping, accessioning, and reporting tasks as defined in the procedure manual.
4. Performs various methods of cytopreparation, staining, and coverslipping for all cytologic specimens and troubleshoot the same.
5. Is familiar with specimen rejection policies as well as collection and transportation policies.
6. Cares for and maintains equipment, particularly microscopes and work area, and reports problems with equipment to the supervisor.
7. Plans own daily work by posted job rotation and daily staffing and prioritize duties to accomplish daily objectives of the Laboratory.
8. Keeps the supervisor informed of activities, and refers needs, problems, and unusual cases to the supervisor.
9. Maintains professional growth and development through attendance at continuing education sessions within the Laboratory, and seminars, workshops, conferences, or professional meetings outside the hospital.
10. Understands the overall system and workflow of the Cytology Laboratory and can assist with problem-solving when necessary.
11. Complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies, established hospital and department policies and objectives
12. Performs other similar or related duties as required or as directed.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Must have a bachelor's Degree with successful completion from an accredited cytotechnology program.
2. Must be qualified and meet all requirements according to CLIA `88 FINAL RULES
3. Up-to-date knowledge of the field of cytotechnology. Must have recent cytology work experience and attendance at continuing education seminars and workshops.
4. Extended periods of visual acuity and mental concentration in a small room to interpret cellular changes and render accurate diagnoses of patient samples.
About Prime Staffing
At Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success.
We offer a wide range of staffing services including temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire placements. Our extensive network of qualified candidates includes nurses, allied healthcare professionals, corporate support professionals and executives.
