Cytotechnologist

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Job Summary:

The skilled Cytotechnologist is responsible for staining mounting and studying cells of the human body under a microscope to detect evidence of precancerous malignant and infectious conditions. The Cytotechnologist is responsible for performing a variety of complex laboratory test and procedures on patients of all ages according to established protocols.

Essential Functions:

• Provides patient clinical data or microscopic findings to assist pathologists in the preparation of pathology reports
• Mounts stains and examines smears under a microscope to evaluate specimen quality and recommends acceptance or rejection to Pathologist
• Maintains effective laboratory operations by adhering to standards of specimen collection preparation or laboratory safety
• Classifies and distinguishes abnormal cell structures and reports abnormalities to Pathologists for further examination
• Documents data from analysis of medical tests and clinical results into the hospital system for patient record

• Monitors inventory of supplies equipment and reagents used and places orders for replacements as required
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in Science: Biology Chemistry or Medical Laboratory Sciences required
• Completion of Cytotechnology Program required

Certifications:

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

Experience:

• Three years of Clinical Lab experience preferred

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work independently within a team and strong attention to detail
• Ability to provide quality errorfree work in a fastpasted environment
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive affordable 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 much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a) 60300.5(a) and 60741.5(a). Accordingly 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. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .