Cytotechnologist

Trinity Health•Ann Arbor, MI

13d

About The Position

The Cytotechnologist performs laboratory procedures related to accessioning and technical preparation of cytologic specimens, as well as initial evaluation of prepared slides from all body sites. This is a full-time, 36-hour-per-week position (0.9 FTE; 72 hours per pay period) on the day shift at Trinity Health Ann Arbor. A sign-on bonus is available. The role involves preparing and evaluating gynecologic (GYN), non-gynecologic (Non Gyn), and fine-needle aspiration (FNA) specimens and documenting slide interpretation results. The Cytotechnologist works under the direction of the Section Leader and/or Manager for quality-control and maintenance records, and presents identified abnormal cells to a Pathologist for final evaluation. The organization describes its commitment to dignity, inclusion, and compassionate, person-centered care, and states that it is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Graduate from a cytotechnology school accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation, or equivalent.
Certification in cytotechnology by a certification agency approved by HHS.
Demonstrate mastery of the theories, principles, and techniques involved in the area of specialization.

Nice To Haves

ASCP certification is preferred.
1–3 years of cytology experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate proficiency in laboratory preparation techniques used to produce cytologic specimens, including smears and cell blocks.
Recognize suboptimally processed or prepared specimens and advise on corrective actions.
Collect, accession, and prepare GYN, Non Gyn, and FNA specimens.
Maintain quality-control and maintenance records for the cytology lab section under the direction of the Section Leader and/or Manager.
Microscopically evaluate GYN, Non Gyn, and FNA cytologic slides for cancer cells, infectious organisms, and other findings.
Identify and mark abnormal cells and present findings to a Pathologist for final evaluation.
Participate in maintaining monthly cytology lab statistics.
File and retrieve slides for slide conferences, old case reviews, and related activities.
Document slide interpretation results for each GYN and non-GYN cytology case examined or reviewed.