Cytotechnologist - Cytology
About The Position
Mayo Clinic is seeking a Cytotechnologist to join their team. This role involves the identification and diagnostic evaluation of cytological specimens for abnormalities, malignancy, or other diseases. The position includes signing out negative gynecological specimen reports, serving as a member of the FNA team for on-site adequacy evaluation of fine needle aspiration procedures and core biopsies, and providing support for ancillary techniques and interpretations. The role also involves assisting in the training of new employees or students, performing quality control activities, and assisting management with data gathering for quality assurance and continuous improvement projects. A key aspect of this role is actively partnering with team members to foster an inclusive work environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology or Bachelor's degree with completion of an accredited Cytotechnology program.
- Experience using databases, spreadsheets, and word processing software.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely and adjust to changes in work volumes and projects.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiar with cytopreparation techniques and specimen trouble shooting.
- Triaging of specimen handling.
- Develops knowledge and proficiency with LIS system.
- Adheres to workload limits and maintains accurate documentation of slide counts and microscope maintenance.
- Cytologist (CT, ASCP) or Specialist in Cytology (SCT, ASCP) certification required prior to start date.
- Must have Florida Cytotechnologist License.
- Individuals licensed in Florida prior to 1991 with two years of college and a one-year Cytology training program are qualified under Federal standards.
- Employee obtaining CT certification(s) after January 1, 2004 or SCT certification after January 1, 2006 will be required to demonstrate evidence of ongoing maintenance of certification.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of digital pathology and/or telecytology is beneficial.
Responsibilities
- Identification and rendering of diagnostic evaluation of cytological specimens (gynecological and non-gynecological) for abnormality, evidence of malignancy, or other diseases.
- Signs out negative gynecological specimen reports.
- Serves as a member of the FNA team providing on site adequacy evaluation of endoscopic ultrasound-directed and radiology technique-based fine needle aspiration (FNA) procedures and core biopsies.
- Provide the support for ancillary techniques and related interpretations.
- Assist in the training of new employees or cytotechnology students.
- May perform quality control activities.
- Assist cytology management personnel with the gathering of data relevant to quality assurance activities, continuous improvement activities and/or special projects.
- Actively partner with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Benefits
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
