Cytotechnologist Full Time

Valley View•Glenwood Springs, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Valley View Hospital's Laboratory is searching for a full-time, day shift Cytotechnologist, Monday through Friday. This role involves GYN and non-GYN testing, as well as molecular testing and grossing of specimens. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States, but we are not able to sponsor visas. The general objectives of this position include demonstrating technical skill in all aspects of cytology processing, preparation, and staining. The Cytotechnologist will be able to screen an average of 40 – 80 slides per day, assist in specimen collection as requested, and maintain computerized patient records.

Requirements

Graduate from an Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) accredited school of cytotechnology or other organization approved by Health and Human Services or must meet one of the other CAP qualifications for the Cytotechnologist position.
Cytotechnologist CT (ASCP registration) is required or must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
Associate degree is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
1-2 years' experience as a Cytotechnologist is preferred.
Knowledgeable of all aspects of the cytotechnology department.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates technical skill in all aspects of cytology processing, preparation and staining.
Able to screen an average of 40 – 80 slides per day.
Assists in specimen collection as requested.
Maintains computerized patient records.
Screens average of 60 – 80 slides per day (limits set by CAP and Pathologist).
Diagnosis is consistently within one grade of Pathologist or Consultant diagnosis.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents
Employer paid basic life coverage with buy-up coverage options
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health care and dependent care.
Time away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), Paid Sick/Bereavement Leave under Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA), leaves of absence.
Tuition Assistance Available
Retirement Plan 401(a)
Retirement Plan 403(b) plans with employer matching contributions.
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount on Valley View Medical Services
Employee voluntary benefits such as Discounted RFTA bus passes, discounted gym memberships, Corporate Ski passes, free car seat for new Valley View babies born or adopted by Valley View employee(s)
Free Use of Sunlight and Aspen SkiCo day passes, based on availability.
Loan Repayment: Valley View is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!
robust health and dental plan
vision and life insurance
defined contribution pension plan
403(b)
generous accrual of vacation/sick days.
Relocation and other financial assistance may apply
many more employee perks.