Cytotechnologist

Summary This position is located in the Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Service of the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany, NY. Cytotechnologists are certified laboratory professionals performing highly complex laboratory diagnostic testing on human specimens for diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease in the laboratory specialty of cytopathology. Responsibilities Duties include but not limited to: Provides surgical specimen collection and preparation obtained by invasive procedures such as: CT-guided or ultrasound-guided fine needle aspirations or endoscopic brushings in clinic locations and operating room. Performs and provides guidance to histology technicians in the processing of a variety of cytological specimens. Utilizes developmental, evaluative, technical and managerial skills for day-to-day operations of the cytology section of Lab and when making long term decisions or recommendations that affect the department and Service. Provide rapid assessment support, as...