Cytotechnologist; PRN - Springfield Imaging and Lab Center

Overview

Cytotechnologist (PRN) – Springfield Imaging and Lab Center

Join to apply for the Cytotechnologist (PRN) role at Bon Secours Mercy Health. Cytotechnologists evaluate patients  cell samples to notice subtle changes to accurately detect precancerous, malignant, and infectious conditions. They provide patient clinical data or microscopic findings to assist pathologists in the preparation of pathology reports.

• Stains, mounts, and studies cells of the human body under a microscope to detect evidence of cancer, hormonal abnormalities, and other pathological conditions following established standards and practices.
• Performs specimen processing and special procedures with or without pathologists for adequacy as needed.
• Functions as technical reference.
• Correlates data and detects discrepancies (clerical and technical) based on review of GYN (gynecology) and non-GYN requisitions and computer data entry orders.

CT Cytotechnologist Certification by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required).

• Bachelors, Biology/Chemistry/Medical Laboratory Science (required)
• Completion of Cytotechnology Program (required)

3 years of clinical lab experience (preferred).

• 28 CH of biology and chemistry (required)
• 3 CH of mathematics or statistics (required)

• Active Listening
• Service Orientation
• Coordination
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service
• Organization
• Time Management
• Keyboarding
• Microsoft Office
• Laboratory Information Systems
• Laboratory Diagnostic Tests
• Analyze data
• Laboratory equipment
• Quality control
• Specimen processing
• Prepare and analyze specimen
• Biology
• Responsibility and autonomy

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
• Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors
• Period(s) of constant interruptions and working alone

• Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.)
• Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.)
• Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.)
• Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.)
• Stoop/Kneel
• Crawling
• Climbing
• Balance
• Bending
• Sitting
• Walking
• Standing

• Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
• Perform shift work
• Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
• Reach above shoulder
• Repetitive arm/hand movements
• Finger Dexterity
• Color Vision
• Acuity - far
• Acuity - near
• Depth perception
• Use of latex products
• Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Exposure to dust/fumes
• Exposure to potential electrical shock
• Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
• Exposure to high pitched noises
• Gaseous risk exposure

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Benefits may include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, prescription drug coverage, flexible spending accounts, life insurance w/AD&D, employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible, paid time off, educational assistance, and more.

Benefit offerings vary by employment status.

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