Cytotechnologist

BountyJobs ID: 3293013

Industry: Healthcare / Health Services - Laboratory / PathologyJob Category: Medical / Health - Lab

• Ensures that specimens received in the laboratory are handled properly as to identification, numbering and preparation as smears or cell blocks.
• Makes initial diagnosis on all cytopathology consultations.
• Makes final diagnosis on all negative gynecological material; refers all abnormal gynecological material and all non-gyn material to pathologist for final diagnosis.
• Utilizes laboratory computer information system to enter results correctly and enter necessary QC/QA information. Must be able to retrieve necessary patient information.
• Recommends changes in procedures to address quality issues and provide customer satisfaction.
• Participates in formal and informal education as related to clinical cytology and cytopathology. Maintains expertise through attendance of continuing education programs for personal growth and development.
• Functions in a collegial and collaborative relationship with laboratory staff and other medical professionals in other departments, including radiology, OPC, surgery and oncology, to manage and plan for patients.
• Records and maintains accurate records regarding slides screened and hours required for screening.
• Maintains established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control. Complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies by attending mandatory in-services and continuing laboratory education and participating in continuous quality improvement.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Job Requirements

• Must be ASCP certified in cytotechnology with a baccalaureate degree or equivalent from an accredited college/university. Requires effective interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Must be able to move continuously about hospital and between workstations; and prolonged periods of standing.
• Must be able to understand directions and be able to communicate and respond to inquiries; requires effective interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to disease bearing specimens, odorous chemicals, carcinogens, mutagens, low-level radiation, electrical hazards and flammable liquids.
• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Must be able to occasionally move, lift and/or carry lightweight materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds up to 5% of the time.
• Must be able to input and retrieve information from computer.

Security Clearance Required: NoVisa Candidate Considered: NoCompensation
Base Salary - USD $72,800 to $91,000*** Never repost ***Full-timeBenefits - FullRelocation Assistance Available - NoCommission Compensation - NoBonus Eligible - NoOvertime Eligible - NoInterview Travel Reimbursed - NoCandidate DetailsSeniority Level - AssociateManagement Experience Required - NoMinimum Education - Bachelor's DegreeWillingness to Travel - Occasionally

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,000.00 - $91,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Phlebotomy: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CNA (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
• Medical Technologist (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Toledo, OH 43615 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Toledo, OH 43615: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $72,000 - $91,000