12-Month Travel Contract

Multiple Openings from level I to Supervisor

Minimum Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university.
• Completion of an accredited Cytology program.
• ASCP Cytotechnologist (CT) Certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of full-time experience as a Cytologist/Cytotechnologist is required
• Must pass slide screening requirements and annual CAP proficiency test.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Ability to know where to grab a slide
• independent worker after training
• Sitting down at microscope, printing out slides, and resulting out
• Set up, adjust, maintain and clean medical laboratory equipment.
• Analyze the results of tests and experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical and electrical devices.
• Analyze, gather and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs and narratives.
• Obtain specimens, cultivating, isolating and identifying microorganisms for analysis.
• May examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities.
• Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found.

Skills

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills.
• Basic ability to work independently and manage ones time.
• Basic knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries and diseases.
• Basic ability to analyze data and accurately document and record results.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in medical technology or vocational training preferred