Cytotechnologist

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Cytotechnologist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for examining cellular samples to detect early signs of cancer and other diseases.

Duties

• 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.

Required Qualifications:

• 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,800.00 - $91,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• 457(b)
• AD&D insurance
• Adoption assistance
• Bereavement leave
• Caregiver leave
• Cash balance pension plan
• Childcare
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Family leave
• Financial planning services
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Food provided
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Loan assistance
• Loan forgiveness
• Loan repayment program
• Meals & incidentals stipend
• Military leave
• On-site gym
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid holidays
• Paid jury duty
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Pet insurance
• Prescription drug insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Sabbatical
• Safety equipment provided
• Travel reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Cytotechnologist: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• ASCP certified in cytotechnology (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Toledo, OH 43606 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Toledo, OH 43606: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $72,800 - $91,000