Cytotechnologist - Per Diem
Endeavor Health
- Evanston, Illinois, United States
- Evanston, Illinois, United States
About
$35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Position Highlights:
- Position: Cytotechnologist - Per Diem
- Location: Evanston Hospital
- Full Time/Part Time: Per Diem, resource
- Hours: Monday-Friday, hours vary based on department needs
- Required Travel: Yes
What you will do:
- Oversee daily operations within the assigned laboratory section, ensuring smooth workflow and accurate specimen processing.
- Review documentation and reports, address abnormal results, troubleshoot technical and methodology issues, and resolve specimen handling problems.
- Act as a primary resource for technical inquiries related to cytology procedures, instrument operations, and specimen handling.
- Accurately evaluate and report on gynecological, non-gynecological, and fine needle aspiration (FNA) specimens in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Match requisitions and slides, accurately label slides, and mark diagnostic material for further review.
- Correctly identify abnormal or high-risk cases, referring them to the Clinical Pathologist as needed.
- Ensure timely and accurate entry of results into the computer system.
- Support FNA procedures by ensuring all necessary supplies are prepared and by preparing specimens for evaluation.
- Collaborate with the Pathologist for adequate evaluation and sample preparation, ensuring appropriate labeling of specimens and slides.
- Participate in proficiency testing, completing required tests accurately and within the designated time frame.
- Review and discuss incorrectly diagnosed cases, striving for continuous improvement.
- Facilitate inventory management, ensuring that supplies are maintained and resolving any supply-related issues as they arise.
- Ensure proper organization and maintenance of the work area to adhere to cleanliness and safety standards.
What you will need:
- Education: Earn a Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology, Biology, or related field from a CAAHEP-accredited program. Complete an accredited cytotechnology training program.
- Certification: Cytotechnologist/Cytologist, CT(ASCP) certification or eligible (within the first year of employment if new graduate).
- Experience: Minimum of 1 year of Cytotechnology experience preferred but welcome new graduates.
- Unique or Preferred Skills: Demonstrates advanced knowledge of traditional and modern laboratory methods, with the ability to distinguish color accurately for specimen analysis
Benefits:
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings
Languages
- English
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