Cytotechnologist

Trinity Health • Ann Arbor, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Cytotechnologist performs all necessary laboratory procedures pertaining to accessioning, technical preparation of cytologic specimens and initial evaluation of prepared slides from all body sites.

Requirements

• Have graduated from a school of cytotechnology accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation or equivalent.
• Certified in cytotechnology by a certification agency approved by HHS (ASCP preferred).
• 1-3 years cytology experience preferred.
• Demonstrates a mastery of the theories, principles and techniques involved in the area of specialization.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency and understanding of all laboratory preparatory techniques necessary to produce cytologic specimens, including smears, and cell blocks.
• Able to recognize and advise for corrective actions on sub optimally processed/prepared specimens.
• Collects, accessions, and prepares GYN, Non Gyn, and FNA specimens.
• Maintains quality control and maintenance records within the cytology lab section under direction of the Section Leader and/or Manager.
• Evaluates all GYN, Non GYN, and FNA cytologic slides microscopically to determine the presence of cancer cells, infectious organisms, etc.
• Identifies and marks all abnormal cells and presents these findings to a Pathologist for final evaluation.
• Participates in the maintenance of the monthly cytology lab statistics.
• Files and/or pulls slides for slide conferences, old case review, etc.
• Document slide interpretation results for each gyn and non-gyn cytology case examined or reviewed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• DAILYPAY
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree