Cytotechnologist

Part time, 20 hours a week – 8-hour days (7:30am–4pm) on Tuesdays and Thursdays; additional 8 hours throughout the pay period are flexible. Locations: Ann Arbor and Livonia.

About the role

The Cytotechnologist performs all necessary laboratory procedures pertaining to accessioning, technical preparation of cytologic specimens, and initial evaluation of prepared slides from all body sites.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency and understanding of all laboratory preparatory techniques necessary to produce cytologic specimens, including smears and cell blocks.
• Able to recognize and advise for corrective actions on sub-optimally processed/prepared specimens.
• Collects, accessions, and prepares GYN, Non-GYN, and FNA specimens.
• Maintains quality control and maintenance records within the cytology lab section under direction of the Section Leader and/or Manager.
• Evaluates all GYN, Non-GYN, and FNA cytologic slides microscopically to determine the presence of cancer cells, infectious organisms, etc.
• Identifies and marks all abnormal cells and presents these findings to a Pathologist for final evaluation.
• Participates in the maintenance of the monthly cytology lab statistics.
• Files and/or pulls slides for slide conferences, old case review, etc.
• Documents slide interpretation results for each GYN and Non-GYN cytology case examined or reviewed.

Requirements

• Graduated from a school of cytotechnology accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation or equivalent.
• Certified in cytotechnology by a certification agency approved by HHS (ASCP preferred).
• 1–3 years of cytology experience preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrates a mastery of the theories, principles, and techniques involved in the area of specialization.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with DailyPay option.
• Benefits effective day one—no waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, life insurance, short- and long-term disability.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health.
• Tuition reimbursement.