Cytotechnologist jobs in Topeka, KS

Cytotechnologist examines cells of the cytoplasm and nucleus to determine pathological conditions. Separates sediment and cells from blood serum and categorizes slides and records classification. Being a Cytotechnologist receives and prepares specimens for analysis. Detects abnormalities and communicates to pathologist to arrive at a final diagnosis and report. Additionally, Cytotechnologist requires a bachelor's degree. Requires graduation from an approved school of cytotechnology and American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) or I.C.A. registration. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Cytotechnologist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Cytotechnologist - Laboratory - FT - Days - #3063
  • Stormont-Vail HealthCare
  • Topeka, KS FULL_TIME
  • Schedule:
    Shift:
    First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)Weekly Work Schedule:
    Job Information
    Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

    A Brief Overview
    Performs microscopic screening of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens. Identifies all cases with abnormal findings for pathologist review, recording all findings in the EMR to produce accurate reports. Processes both gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens. Works with pathologists and other members of the healthcare and laboratory team to provide high quality laboratory results while upholding the Stormont Vail Tenets of compassion, patient safety and privacy, and improving the health of our community.

    Education Qualifications

    • Bachelor's Degree Specializing in cytotechnology. Required

    Skills and Abilities

    • Follows all applicable OSHA guidelines. Follows all hospital and departmental safety procedures. (Required proficiency)
    • Proficient in scientific principles, procedures, and protocols. (Required proficiency)
    • Ability to organize work and establish priorities. (Required proficiency)
    • Strong attention to detail. (Required proficiency)
    • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs. (Required proficiency)
    • Ability to follow directions accurately. (Required proficiency)

    Licenses and Certifications

    • Cytotechnologist (CT) - ASCP Registry eligible also accepted (must take and pass registry within six months of hire date). Required

    What you will do

    • Utilizing microscopic technique, screens glass slides according to established procedure for detecting abnormal or cancerous cells. Records findings accurately in the medical record.
    • Identifies and appropriately marks cellular abnormalities. Works in close collaboration with pathologists to provide accurate and timely diagnoses.
    • Assists with fine needle aspiration collection and evaluation.
    • Correlates cytologic findings with findings from subsequent biopsies.
    • Receives and processes gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens. Produces high-quality stained slides.
    • Maintains proficiency testing as set forth by governing bodies. Assures that workload recording is accurate and complete so that screening limits are not exceeded.
    • Assists in maintaining adequate supplies and equipment for the department.
    • Assists with teaching, training and mentoring cytotechnologist and medical lab assistant interns and trainees.
    • Assists department leadership in development of budget, policies, procedures, work standards, and goal-setting.

    Required for All Jobs

    • Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
    • Performs other duties as assigned

    Patient Facing Options

    • Position is Not Patient Facing

    Remote Work Guidelines

    • Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
    • Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
    • Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
    • Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
    • Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

    Remote Work Capability

    • On-Site; No Remote

    Scope

    • No Supervisory Responsibility
    • No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility

    Physical Demands

    • Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
    • Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
    • Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour
    • Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour
    • Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour
    • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours
    • Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
    • Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours
    • Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours
    • Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours
    • Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
    • Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour
    • Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs
    • Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour
    • Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
    • Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
    • Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
    • Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
    • Repetitive Motions: Continuously greater than 5 hours
    • Sitting: Continuously greater than 5 hours
    • Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours
    • Stooping: Rarely less than 1 hour
    • Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
    • Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

    Working Conditions

    • Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour
    • Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour
    • Infectious Diseases: Rarely less than 1 hour
    • Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
    • Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
    • Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour
    • Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

    Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.

    Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: From $35.33 per hour

    Expected hours: 40 per week

    Benefits:

    • 403(b)
    • 403(b) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Disability insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Loan repayment program
    • Paid time off
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Vision insurance

    Work Location: In person

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0 Cytotechnologist jobs found in Topeka, KS area

Topeka (/toʊˈpiːkə/; Kansa: Tó Pee Kuh) is the capital city of the U.S. state of Kansas and the seat of Shawnee County. It is situated along the Kansas River in the central part of Shawnee County, in northeast Kansas, in the Central United States. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 127,473. The Topeka Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Shawnee, Jackson, Jefferson, Osage, and Wabaunsee counties, had a population of 233,870 in the 2010 census. The name Topeka is a Kansa-Osage sentence that means "place where we dug potatoes", or "a good place to dig potatoes". As a plac...
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Income Estimation for Cytotechnologist jobs
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Topeka, Kansas area prices
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