Cytotechnologist

Job Overview

Fairview is seeking a Cytotechnologist at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center-East Bank. The University of Minnesota Medical Center is part of an integrated academic health care system comprising two hospitals and multiple adult specialty clinics on both the East and West Banks of the University of Minnesota campus in Minneapolis. It serves as the flagship facility of Fairview, offering breakthrough medicine and redefining community health.

About the Role

This is a 1.0 FTE (80 Hours worked every two weeks) Day shift position with 8 hour shifts, Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm. No weekends, no major holidays.

Responsibilities

• Follows established guidelines to process specimens and prioritize work.
• Affirms the integrity of all specimens for testing.
• Recognizes and marks infectious, atypical, and abnormal changes in GYN and non-GYN specimens.
• Recognizes age-specific reference ranges.
• Recognizes problems and takes appropriate measures to resolve them.
• Acts as a resource for problem-solving, action steps, and troubleshooting for lab procedures and unexpected events in lab operations.
• Evaluates cytological processing, screening, and results of both GYN and non-GYN specimens for quality and accuracy and initiates appropriate intervention as needed.
• Directly communicates abnormal and critical results to caregivers/pathologists.
• Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Laboratory Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement, and Laboratory Compliance Programs.
• Recognizes and communicates values and trends that exceed the QC decision levels. Takes action to resolve and consults with supervisor as needed.
• (i.e. logs, daily worksheets, individual workload records, computer reports).
• Participates in the lab performance improvement program by collecting data, reviewing results, and implementing action step recommendations.

Requirements

• B.S./B.A. in a related laboratory field including the related lab practicum or equivalent routes qualifying as high complexity testing personnel as specified in CLIA '88.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work under stress in a variety of situations.
• Must be able to exercise independent judgment.
• Must have good manual dexterity.
• Applicant should possess or be eligible to receive appropriate Health and Human Services (HHS) approved laboratory certification ASCP - Cytologist (CT) -or- ASCP - Specialist in Cytology (SCT) within 1 Year.
• Applicant must be eligible to achieve GYN Cytology Proficiency Testing within 1 Year.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years experience in area of specialty.

Benefits

Fairview offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! For additional information, please visit: Fairview Benefits Page.

Pay

The pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.