Cytotechnologist

About the role

Help play an important role in microscopically screening patient samples to help detect cancerous or noncancerous conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform microscopic screening of gynecologic, non-gynecologic, and Fine Needle Aspirate (FNA) slide preparations, for the detection of precancerous and cancerous conditions.
• Make independent diagnostic evaluations during microscopic screening of gynecological and non-gynecological smears and cell blocks.
• Assist at Fine Needle Aspirate’s by reviewing patient clinical history, completing requisition form, preparing and staining slides.
• Retrieve all appropriate quality control data from the laboratory information system.
• Establish and maintain an inventory and ordering system for all supplies.
• Receive and accession cytology specimens.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical, physical, biological sciences, or a related field.
• Required Completion of an accredited cytotechnology program.
• Required Bachelor's Degree in cytotechnology.
• PREFERRED: 1 year experience as a cytotechnologist.
• PREFERRED: Specialist in Cytotechnology (ASCP) certified.

Benefits

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Full time benefits for part time work.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Pay

This position may be eligible for a $5000.00 sign-on bonus.

Schedule

Work Schedule: 100% FTE, day shift. Monday through Friday 8:30AM – 5:00PM. No weekends or holidays. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.