Cytotechnologist Per Diem

About the role

This position supports the departmental purpose by performing evaluations of cellular material for abnormalities, to correlate present materials with past materials and/or material currently under evaluation in other areas of the laboratory, to present evaluations to the Pathologist for final diagnostic evaluations.

Responsibilities

• 50% - Technical Responsibilities
• 30% - Clerical
• 10% - Quality Control, Assurance and Improvement
• 5% - Education, Research, and Development
• 5% - Miscellaneous

Requirements

• California Licensed Cytotechnologist
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of California Cytotechnologist license
• Must possess and maintain ASCP Cytotechnologist certification
• Bachelor's Degree in a Science-related field
• Ability to diagnose accurately and to meet State and Federal requirements as applicable with respect to practicing the profession of Cytotechnology
• Ability to evaluate 19,200 gynecologic slides: 7,800 non-gynecologic slides per year, when no other duties are required, or proportionally less when other duties are required
• Ability to determine clinic-pathologic correlations
• Communication skills sufficient to effectively deal with ward and clinical personnel, clerks, nurses, physicians), laboratory personnel and people outside the hospital in a professional and courteous manner
• Must be able to organize and prioritize workflow to complete tasks in a timely manner, and to function in a capacity to meet established turnaround times
• Able to identify and work through conflicts, respond to situations with objectivity and fairness
• Decision making and judgment skills adequate to handle situations not covered by written and verbal instructions
• Able to follow written and oral instruction
• Able to work rapidly, accurately and neatly under pressure
• Able to maintain complete, legible and accurate records
• Able to type basic reports
• Able to enter data into computer and generate reports using word processing and spreadsheets
• Able to formulate, implement and monitor plans of action to complete tasks
• Able to communicate lab data, instructions and points clearly in a logical and accurate manner
• Reading skills to understand and perform procedures, protocols and policies
• Must be able to write clearly and legibly to communicate test results, related information, and non-verbal instructions
• Written skills adequate to communicate accurately, timely and effectively
• Technical vocabulary adequate to meet departmental needs
• Manual dexterity to utilize common laboratory equipment, (i.e., micro-pipetting devices and analytical instrumentation)
• and mobility necessary to utilize instrumentation

Qualifications

• Experience as a cytotechnologist in a hospital setting within the last five years
• Experience performing rapid on-site evaluation procedures and adequacy assessments

Benefits

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Able to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements