What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cytotechnologist position at Trinity Health?
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With five hospitals, over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics, a college of nursing, a Medicare Advantage plan, and extensive outreach and community wellness programs, Mount Carmel Health System serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and we've been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years. As a proud member of Trinity Health, one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network of caring spans 22 states, 94 hospitals, and 133,000 colleagues nationwide.
We know that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our colleagues, so we invest in great people and all that we ask in return is that you come to work ready to make a difference and do the right thing.
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one
- Generous paid time off programs
- Employee recognition incentive program
- Tuition/professional development reimbursement
- Relocation assistance (geographic restrictions apply)
- Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing
Why Columbus?
The nation's 14th largest city, Columbus, Ohio is one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in the Midwest – ranked #1 for population growth, #1 for job growth, #1 for wage growth, and #1 real estate market. And with a vibrant blend of professional sports, world-class attractions, creative cuisines, and a flourishing music and arts scene, you'll never be found wanting for entertainment and experiences to call your own in Columbus. Learn more at www.experiencecolumbus.com!
About the job:
Our Cytotechnologist screens all gynecology gical and non-gynecologic cytology. Refers all positive, questionable and high risk gynecologic slides and all non-gynecologic slides to the pathologist. Detects cell changes caused by different disease processes. Trained to recognize minute abnormalities in the color, size, and shape of cells. Performs laboratory analyses and assumes responsibility for problem solving and quality assurance.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates with the Lab Assistants or Histotechs in accurately logging in all specimens and preparing of cell samples.
- Performs screening and processing of pap smears with precision and accuracy in timely manner, recognizing any variance from normal and taking appropriate action where needed.
- Assists Cytology Supervisor/Histology Manager with maintenance of policy and procedure manual.
- Maintains a responsible attitude by demonstrating awareness of cost control, cooperating with others, and supporting hospital policy.
- Performs quality assurance records and takes appropriate action, reporting any problems to the Cytology Supervisor/Histology manager.
- Trains and mentors new cytotechnologists and staff in theory, techniques, and procedure.
- Checks pending logs to assure timely processing of specimens..
- Maintains accurate workload records on a daily basis.
Requirements/Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree and completion of an approved Cytotechnologist program or equivalent.
Licensure / Certification: American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) certified or eligible or certification from the International Academy of Cytology (IAC)
Experience: Cytotechnologist experience preferred but not required.
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Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, or physical ability.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.