Cytotechnologist jobs in Southfield, MI

Duties:

1. As per departmental guidelines, processes the specimens and stains the smears. Microscopically examines prepared, stained smears to detect structural abnormalities. Classifies smears based on cellular knowledge as normal (negative), abnormal and diagnostic of cancer. Correlate surgical reports from HFH anatomic pathology with cytologic findings. Total number of slides screened not to exceed the limit set by CLIA 88.
2. Rotate on technical processing, cubicle position, and NGYN screening according to schedule set by leader/supervisor.
3. For gynecological specimens (Pap smears), determine which cases should be further evaluated by the cytopathologist, formulate and issue diagnostic reports on normal (negative) cases, and perform follow-up triage on all cases routed to the pathologist before finalization of reports.
4. Assist with instructional training of MLT, cytotechnology students, residents, fellows, and the orientation of new staff.
5. Maintains competency in the use of information systems used for daily work.
6. Maintain documentation as it applies to daily workload, follow-ups, and rotation assignments.
7. Attends fine needle aspiration procedures and assists the physician.
8. Participates in the laboratory CME program.
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9. Participate in Quality Improvement program in the laboratory which may include the
development of new or improved methods and procedures.
10. Maintains laboratory equipment and documents for preventive maintenance and
corrective actions.
11. Answer the telephone in a courteous and professional manner. Take and relay
messages for laboratory personnel, supervisor and division head. Relay all cytology
results to clinician.
12. Any task related to cytopathology assigned by the supervisor, cytopathologists and
Division Head of Cytopathology.

Skills:

Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors
as outlined in the HFHS’ Customer Service Policy and summarized below:
 Communication  Ownership
 Understanding  Motivation
 Sensitivity  Excellence
 Teamwork  Respect
Must practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services.
Must possess the following personal qualities:
 Be self-directed
 Be flexible and committed to the team concept
 Demonstrate teamwork, initiative and willingness to learn
 Be open to new learning experiences
 Accepts and respects diversity without judgment
 Demonstrates customer service values

Education:

A bachelors degree with successful completion in CAAHEP accredited program in
cytotechnology or fulfill CLIA88 requirements for cytotechnologist as stated in Federal
Register 493.1483, if prior to 1992.
Ability to sit for long periods of time at a microscope.
Vision
Near Acuity: Ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less.
Depth Perception: Ability to judge distance and space relationships.
Accommodation: Ability to adjust vision to bring objects into focus.
Color Vision: Ability to distinguish and identify different colors necessary to perform job
functions

Certifications & Licenses:

Cytotechnologist Certification

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The next step after you apply to this position on Indeed would be a brief phone screen with me, and if you’re interested in discussing further please let me know when you might be available for a ~15 minute phone conversation.

Please send resume and Covid Card to ataylor@myvoca

Thank you in advance for your help. Have a great day.

Thank you!

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Acute care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• Rotating weekends

Experience:

• Cytotechnologist: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Cytotechnologist (Required)
• COVID card (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Detroit, MI 48202: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person