Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Cytotechnologist

Status: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Shift: Day shift

Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor

$5,000 sign-on bonus for a 2-year commitment to the position, paid in three increasing installments over the first 2-years of employment.

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

Required Education

• 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).

Experience

• 1-3 years cytology experience preferred.

Skills/Knowledge

• Demonstrates a mastery of the theories, principles and techniques involved in the area of specialization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 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.

Total Rewards and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• 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

ABOUT TRINITY HEALTH ANN ARBOR

Trinity Health Ann Arbor is a 537 –bed teaching hospital located on 340 acre campus. Recognized by IBM Watson as a Top 100 Hospital and #1 Teaching Hospital, Trinity Health St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor has been a leading health care provider for more than 100 years. SJMHS has received numerous local and national awards in recognition of our leadership, quality outcomes, and clinical excellence.

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.