Cytotechnologist

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Organization:

PAMFPalo Alto Medical Foundation PAD

Position Overview:

Integrates knowledge theory and practice to properly execute procedures in assigned areas of the laboratory and deliver accurate results in a timely manner. With advanced training maintains competence in all Cytology practices to perform preanalytic analytic and postanalytic procedures on biological specimens to aid health care providers in the diagnosis treatment monitoring and prevention of disease. May be responsible for specimen/material receipt preparation interpretation and archival/retrieval according to department policies and procedures. Works cooperatively with physicians clients and staff to facilitate superior patient care and to represent the laboratory positively by acting with courtesy dignity respect and professionalism. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:
Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited college/university

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• ASCPCertification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology as a Cytologist (CT)

• CDPHLicensure by the California Department of Public Health as a Cytotechnologist (CLM/CTT)

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
2 years recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Demonstrated advanced knowledge and technical competence in specimen collection and preparation laboratory operations interpretation and quality assurance in cytology.

• Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes.

• Ability to accurately precisely and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks. Demonstrate sound judgment and problem solving relevant to assigned duties.

• Ability to appropriately respond to fluctuations in volume unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information system failures shifttoshift handoffs priority test orders and specimen integrity issues.

• Ability to follow standard practices processes and procedures in sequence. Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations codes policies and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients and staff.

• Ability to compassionately and effectively interact individuals and groups of diverse ages backgrounds values beliefs and behaviors.

• Successful completion of a CAAHEP accredited Cytotechnology program within the last five years

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

NonExempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $65.29 to $81.60 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidates experience education skills licensure and certifications department equity training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.