Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility:The Cytotechnologist evaluates cytological samples using manual and/or automated microscopes to diagnose cell patterns on cytologic specimens including Pap smear, Non-gynecologic and FNA specimens.Essential Job Duties:Perform essential functions as described in QCD defining Cytotechnologist requirements for a High Complexity Lab.Determines specimen adequacy for all cytology and histology samples.Examines and evaluates cell samples for normal cell patterns, non-malignant or benign conditions that might exist such as microorganisms, therapeutic change, inflammation, repair and hyperplastic changes and makes appropriate recommendations on the report.Examines and evaluates cell samples for the presence of abnormal cells.Determines severity and cell type of the abnormality and if needed, provides criteria to identify origin. Makes appropriate recommendations for the report.Uses recognized terminology to document and transmit the diagnosis/findings in the laboratory information system.Documents daily, weekly, and monthly workloads.Maintains legal limits for all types of microscopic work.Reviews cases at the microscope and discusses diagnostic criteria with pathologists, senior cytotechnologists and other cytotechnologists as needed.Identifies individual screening issues observed through quality control activities.Completes all procedures expected in the scheduled time without loss of work quality.Performs and documents daily, monthly, quarterly, & annual maintenance.Adheres to standard operating procedures, work instructions, and policies.Notifies management regarding trends, changes, or problems as they occur.Follows HIPAA regulations.Follows the College of American Pathologist (CAP) requirements for performing proficiency testing and reporting results.Receives a passing grade on any state/national exam deemed necessary to evaluate specimens.Participates in laboratory quality management functions.