Cytotechnologist-Full-time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Winfield, IL

13d • $43 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

The Cytotechnologist is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield. The role reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values and follows its Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. The Cytotechnologist microscopically examines gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides for infectious, pre-malignant, and malignant disease processes and performs cytology screening using 2001 Bethesda terminology.

The role requires a patient-safety focus, accurate and timely documentation, effective communication and customer service, teamwork, and the ability to adapt priorities in a changing and sometimes stressful department. The Cytotechnologist also maintains regulatory requirements, pursues continuing education and professional development, and uses department software and standard office equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Graduation from an accredited school of Cytology per CAAHEP in collaboration with CPRC/ASC.
• Must obtain Cytotechnologist (CT) (ASCP) certification within one year of hire.
• Must meet requirements for performing high-complexity testing under federal licensing guidelines (CLIA) and accreditation agencies (TJC, CAP).
• Basic keyboard and computer skills to operate industry-specific Anatomic Pathology software, Outlook, and MS Word.
• Proficiency using standard office equipment and computers.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with all levels of staff and co-workers.

Nice To Haves

• Liquid-based cytology training or certification, such as ThinPrep.

Responsibilities

• Microscopically examine gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides for infectious, pre-malignant, and malignant disease processes.
• Perform cytology screening on submitted specimens using 2001 Bethesda terminology.
• Provide patients and customers with accurate information and timely updates, address questions and concerns, and assist with directions or finding appropriate resources.
• Use service recovery skills to resolve problems or service breakdowns.
• Work collaboratively across departments, communicate effectively, respect diverse opinions, and acknowledge others’ contributions.
• Use organizational and department resources efficiently and complete assigned work on time.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, cost reduction, streamlined processes, and development of services.
• Prioritize and reprioritize workflow, remain organized and flexible, and work effectively under stressful or changing conditions.
• Perform daily work in a manner that supports patient safety and reduces the likelihood of healthcare errors.
• Answer department telephone calls politely and communicate messages clearly and appropriately.
• Support, mentor, and train co-workers and new staff as appropriate.
• Maintain timely, accurate, complete, current, and legible documentation in accordance with standards and policies.
• Document daily interpretations, including the total number of slides screened and hours spent screening.
• Participate in professional growth and development, share knowledge from continuing education, and seek learning opportunities.
• Maintain regulatory requirements, including continuing education, ASCP requirements, and proficiency testing.
• Attend annual review and departmental staff meetings.
• Use industry-specific Anatomic Pathology software, Outlook, and MS Word, and perform miscellaneous typing, filing, and copying.
• Operate standard office equipment safely and correctly.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness
• 401(k) matching
• Benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected life events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time