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Cytotechnologist

Labcorp · Detroit, MI

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FULL-TIME

Job Description

About the position
Labcorp is seeking a Cytotechnologist to join our team at Henry Ford St John Hospital in Gross Pointe Woods, MI . \nWork Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm\nJob Responsibilities \nScreen and evaluate any gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens sent to the laboratory for the determination of possible malignant or related abnormal conditions \nScreening of all liquid based cytology, both manual and imaged, as well as conventional slides \nPerform microscopic evaluation of cytological specimens following laboratory procedures and policies \nEnsure proper documentation of workload recording, including screening and non-screening activities as required by CLIA and laboratory guidelines \nMaintain absolute integrity in the accurate performance and reporting of results \nMeet slide screening requirements as per standard operating procedure \nFinalize testing results into the computer in an accurate and timely manner \nProvide backup for cytology processing and other tasks as needed \nComply with all safety, infection control and HIPAA policies \nMinimum Qualifications \nBachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Cytology Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology \nCompletion of a Cytology program \nASCP Cytotechnologist (CT) Certification \nPreferred Qualifications \nMasters’ degree in Cytology \n3 months or more of Cytology experience \nThinPrep and SurePath certifications \nAdditional Job Standards \nAble to pass slide screening requirements and annual CAP proficiency test \nDemonstrated understanding of Cyto preparation techniques \nAutomated and non-automated testing experience \nUnderstanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures \nExperience in a high volume clinical laboratory environment \nAbility to work independently and within a team environment \nProficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems \nHigh level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills \nAbility to handle the physical requirements of the position \nAble to pass a standardized color blindness test \nFlexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs \nAt Labcorp we have a passion for helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step! Join us and discover a path filled with opportunities for growth, continuous learning, professional challenges, and the chance to truly make a difference. Apply today! \nBenefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here. \nLabcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:\nLabcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. \nWe encourage all to apply\nIf you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or needs an accommodation, please visit our accessibility site or contact us at Labcorp Accessibility. For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement.
Responsibilities
• Screen and evaluate any gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens sent to the laboratory for the determination of possible malignant or related abnormal conditions
• Screening of all liquid based cytology, both manual and imaged, as well as conventional slides
• Perform microscopic evaluation of cytological specimens following laboratory procedures and policies
• Ensure proper documentation of workload recording, including screening and non-screening activities as required by CLIA and laboratory guidelines
• Maintain absolute integrity in the accurate performance and reporting of results
• Meet slide screening requirements as per standard operating procedure
• Finalize testing results into the computer in an accurate and timely manner
• Provide backup for cytology processing and other tasks as needed
• Comply with all safety, infection control and HIPAA policies
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Cytology Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology
• Completion of a Cytology program
• ASCP Cytotechnologist (CT) Certification
• Able to pass slide screening requirements and annual CAP proficiency test
• Demonstrated understanding of Cyto preparation techniques
• Automated and non-automated testing experience
• Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
• Experience in a high volume clinical laboratory environment
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems
• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
Nice-to-haves
• Masters’ degree in Cytology
• 3 months or more of Cytology experience
• ThinPrep and SurePath certifications
Benefits
• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off

Additional Details

City
Detroit
State
Michigan
Country
US
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