Cytotechnologist

Mercyhealth • Richmond, VA

11d

About The Position

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. Candidates accepting a full time offer of employment may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $10,000.00 Rules & restrictions apply, ask your recruiter for details. Internal BSMH associates are not eligible for sign-on bonuses. Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position Cytotechnologists evaluate patients' cell samples to notice subtle changes to accurately detect precancerous, malignant, and infectious conditions. They provide patient clinical data or microscopic findings to assist pathologists in the preparation of pathology reports. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• CT Cytotechnologist Certification by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)
• Bachelors, Biology/Chemistry/Medical Laboratory Science (required)
• Completion of Cytotechnology Program (required)
• 28 CH of biology and chemistry (required)
• 3 CH of mathematics or statistics (required)

Nice To Haves

• 3 years of clinical lab experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Stains, mounts, and studies cells of the human body under a microscope to detect evidence of cancer, hormonal abnormalities, and other pathological conditions following established standards and practices.
• Performs specimen processing and special procedures with or without pathologists for adequacy as needed.
• Functions as technical reference.
• Correlates data and detects discrepancies (clerical and technical) based on review of GYN (gynecology) and non-GYN requisitions and computer data entry orders.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees