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The Impact You Can Make Processes and screens various secretions, excretions, and body fluids to determine the presence of both normal and abnormal cellular components, which may require further evaluation by the Laboratory Supervisor (Cytology) and/or Pathologist. In the absence of a supervisor, coordinates work assignments and oversees performance of tests in area of responsibility, to maintain appropriate service level. The Glens Falls Hospital Impact Mission * Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting. *How You Will Fulfill Your Potential Responsibilities * * Organize the specimens and workflow for the molecular testing (HR-HPV and CT/NG). * Performs cytological screening of both GYN and non-GYN prepared slides obtained from various specimen types to recognize normal, variations of normal and abnormal cellular components. * Proficiently applies the Bethesda Classification System to report results of PAP specimens. * Meets departmental productivity standards without exceeding those established by NYSDOH. Consults supervisor and/or pathologist as required. * Conducts and documents quality control necessary to ensure proper preparation and staining of materials. Makes associated adjustments in staining procedures as needed to produce superior quality slides. * Participates in quality assurance and proficiency testing activities as described by NYSDOH and Federal guidelines. * Follows all SOPS for processing, filing, and indexing cytologic materials and slides so that the continuity of identification and quality slides are prepared for study and evaluation. *Education/Experience: * Baccalaureate degree in biological sciences or medical technology or meets the qualifications for cytotechnologists as outlined n Subpart 58-1.5 (C) of the state health code. * Graduate of a school of cytotechnology approved by the American Medical Association (AMA). * 6 years of work experience as a cytotechnologists * Registration by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) * Attends a minimum of 24 CME hours/year. * Previous supervisor experience preferred * *Licenses/Certificates/Registrations:* * * Registration by NYSDOH * Registration by American society of Clinical Pathologist Skills/Abilities: * Ability to operate various technical instrumentation. * Ability to recognize and solve problems regarding technical procedures, instrumentation, and test results. * Ability to accurately screen specimens within established guidelines. * Ability to apply judgment to correlate cytologic findings to standard systems of reporting. * Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret results, medically related articles of literature, and instructions from SOP and vendor manuals. * Ability to count and add/subtract 2-3 digit numbers for daily and monthly workload statistics. * *Communities We Serve Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. Salary Range The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $30.94to $46.42per hour. Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements. Benefits Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found here. *Job: Allied Health - Laboratory Medicine *Title: *Lab Lead, Cytology Location: NY-Glens Falls Requisition ID: 2405U