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Cytotechnologist

NorthShore$73K — $113K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology, Biology, or related field from a CAAHEP-accredited program.
  • Completion of an accredited cytotechnology training program.
  • CT(ASCP) certification or eligibility required within the first year.
  • Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of Cytotechnology experience, though new graduates are welcome.
  • Advanced knowledge of laboratory methods with strong color distinction skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations of assigned laboratory section for smooth workflow.
  • Review documentation and reports, troubleshoot, and resolve specimen handling issues.
  • Serve as a primary resource for cytology procedures and instrument operations.
  • Evaluate gynecological and non-gynecological specimens per regulatory standards.
  • Ensure accurate specimen labeling and match requisitions with slides.
  • Identify high-risk cases and refer to the Clinical Pathologist as necessary.
  • Support FNA procedures and collaborate with the Pathologist on specimen evaluation.

Benefits

  • $5K sign-on bonus.
  • Premium pay for shift, on-call, and holiday work.
  • Annual increases based on performance evaluations.
  • Career pathways for professional growth and development.
  • A wide range of medical, dental, and vision plans available.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Free parking provided.
  • Health Savings Account options offered.
  • 401(k) retirement plans with company match.
  • Community involvement opportunities encouraged.
Full Job Description
Hourly Pay Range:
$35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:
  • Sign on bonus: $5K Sign-on Bonus
  • Position: Cytotechnologist
  • Location: Swedish Hospital
  • Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
  • Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm


What you will do:
  • Oversee daily operations within the assigned laboratory section, ensuring smooth workflow and accurate specimen processing
  • Review documentation and reports, address abnormal results, troubleshoot technical and methodology issues, and resolve specimen handling problems.
  • Act as a primary resource for technical inquiries related to cytology procedures, instrument operations, and specimen handling.
  • Accurately evaluate and report on gynecological, non-gynecological, and fine needle aspiration (FNA) specimens in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Match requisitions and slides, accurately label slides, and mark diagnostic material for further review.
  • Correctly identify abnormal or high-risk cases, referring them to the Clinical Pathologist as needed.
  • Ensure timely and accurate entry of results into the computer system.
  • Support FNA procedures by ensuring all necessary supplies are prepared and by preparing specimens for evaluation.
  • Collaborate with the Pathologist for adequate evaluation and sample preparation, ensuring appropriate labeling of specimens and slides.
  • Participate in proficiency testing, completing required tests accurately and within the designated time frame.
  • Review and discuss incorrectly diagnosed cases, striving for continuous improvement.
  • Facilitate inventory management, ensuring that supplies are maintained and resolving any supply-related issues as they arise.
  • Ensure proper organization and maintenance of the work area to adhere to cleanliness and safety standards.


What you will need:
  • Education: Earn a Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology, Biology, or related field from a CAAHEP-accredited program. Complete an accredited cytotechnology training program.
  • Certification: Cytotechnologist/Cytologist, CT(ASCP) certification or eligible (within the first year of employment if new graduate).
  • Experience: Minimum of 1 year of Cytotechnology experience preferred but welcome new graduates.
  • Unique or Preferred Skills: Demonstrates advanced knowledge of traditional and modern laboratory methods, with the ability to distinguish color accurately for specimen analysis.


Benefits:
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
  • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
  • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Free Parking
  • Wellness Program Savings Plan
  • Health Savings Account Options
  • Retirement Options with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
  • Community Involvement Opportunities


Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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