Cytology Technical Specialist

Cytology Technical Specialist As the world's largest organization of board-certified pathologists and leading provider of laboratory accreditation and proficiency testing programs, the College of American Pathologists (CAP) serves patients, pathologists, and the public by fostering and advocating excellence in the practice of pathology and laboratory medicine worldwide. CAP employees make a meaningful difference by partnering with colleagues, customers, and members on challenging and rewarding work. CAP provides its employees with an energetic and collaborative work environment and encourages opportunities to further develop their skills—offering reimbursement for educational programs and participation in events that enhance your skills. We offer a generous compensation and benefits package, 401K, and more. The Cytology Technical Specialist is responsible for managing, planning, directing, and delivering discipline specific technical program/products and Resource Committee projects content to meet customers' needs and support College objectives. Serving as a resource for communication and consultation services for a broad constituency, internally and externally. Conducting in-house cytology slide review: screen PAP slides in preparation for Cytopathology Committee meetings, review of difficult cases, troubleshooting QC slides replacements, support Cytology Associates and help screen when there is a backlog. Providing expertise in digital pathology and whole slide imaging (WSI) as applied to CAP cytology programs, including the transition from glass to digital formats where applicable. Assisting with planning and implementation efforts related to the CAP's digital cytopathology initiatives, including development for potential new offerings. Working cooperatively, using comprehensive decision-making skills and diverse procedures and policies to analyze, manage, interpret, and develop Surveys programs. Primary duties and responsibilities of the Cytology Technical Specialist include validating technical accuracy of Surveys programs through critical oversight of creation of documents, integration of information from all contributing sources, and coordination of production schedules. Manage and ensure accuracy of databases, bill of material and mailing specifications, kit instructions, and result forms and designated online program content. Review accuracy of slides to linked images and ancillary testing as appropriate. Provide basic orientation, direction, and ongoing management to scientific and administrative committees in areas of: CAP policy, operational procedures, information routing, resources, responsibilities, strategic planning summaries. Provide comprehensive consultative services to all internal groups, directly involved in or otherwise impacted by the Surveys Programs. Responsibilities to these areas may include: reviewing document/systems development, gathering, managing, and interpreting information from internal or external sources, responding to questions or problem solving as issues arise, managing materials, piloting. Serve as a training resource to mentor staff liaisons for resource committees, further departmental knowledge, or assist in developmental projects as identified, or as collaborated with, by technical analysts, project managers, technical managers, or directors. Identify, propose, develop, or improve projects, programs, or processes within the Surveys Department. Support the integration of whole slide imaging (WSI) and digital pathology within CAP's cytology programs. Assist in evaluating emerging technologies related to digital cytopathology and contribute to pilot projects assessing feasibility and implementation. Collaborate with scientific committees and CAP leadership to develop strategies for digital transition. Identify operational improvements related to digital workflows, imaging standards, and participant training for digital-based cytology proficiency testing and education. Provide direction and consultative services externally on an ongoing basis. Major interfaces include: CMS, CDC, FDA, NIST, CLSI, State Departments of Health, vendors, commercial manufacturers, medical associations. Maintain awareness of activities in the field of laboratory medicine in assigned disciplines and for regulatory and legislative processes in general. Other duties as assigned by the manager. Good judgment, self-initiator, able to prioritize, excellent decision-making abilities, excellent communication and organizational skills. General understanding of business practices and management, familiarity with all Pap slide methods, and knowledge of non-gynecologic cytology, including diagnostic skills and knowledge of different staining techniques and cell preparations. Comfortable with computer systems use, cytotechnology skills. Baccalaureate required. Management experience or course work preferred. Minimum 3 years in cytology practice required. Related certifications: CT (ASCP) required. Travel required, approximately 10%. This position is based out of Northfield, IL. Candidates must reside within 75-miles of the Northfield office and meet in office requirements.