Cytotechnologist

Job Description:The Certified Cytologist provides a diagnostic evaluation
for malignancy and other disease states on both gynecological and a wide
variety of non-gynecological body samples.

Job Specifics:
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Shift Details: 40 hours/week. Monday- Friday, Day Shift
Department/Unit: St. Marys Lab

St. Marys Regional Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado, the largest
medical center between Denver and Salt Lake City, is committed to putting
people first. Serving the healthcare needs of western Colorado and eastern
Utah for nearly 120 years and founded in 1896 by the Sisters of Charity of
Leavenworth, St. Marys has a rich history of serving the many needs of
its community, from advanced medical care to charitable giving.

Scope:

Accurately processes and prepares specimens for screening. Correlates patient
history to cellular findings and chooses appropriate cases for pathologist
review. Allows appropriate time for slide review of cases, screens the total
area of each slide, and adheres to guidelines for daily workload standards.
Follows specimen acceptance guidelines and technical procedures. Understands
and appropriately utilizes stains, fixative and reagents. Performs look-back
as required, and utilizes appropriate action with abnormal and/or unusual
and/or inadequate test specimens/results. Performs specimen procedures and
collection procedures as required.

Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, accuracy, and
completeness. Recognizes basic cytology quality assurance problems and takes
appropriate corrective action. Records and evaluates quality control data.
Identifies and implements solutions to problems as identified through Quality
Assurance, Quality Control or Performance Improvement Initiatives.

Assists in maintaining the laboratory section to CLIA , CAP and Joint
Commission standards and regulatory requirements. Performs proficiency testing
as required by accreditating agencies.

Documents and communicates information thoroughly and accurately. Ensures safe
and effective hand off between shifts by communicating clearly with oncoming
shift. Monitors equipment reliability and safety. Reports issues and/or
repairs or service due. Orders and stocks supplies, cleans rooms, and
equipment to maintain work environment.

Performs special projects as assigned. Completes special projects and tasks
within time guidelines and reviews progress with the section manager as
needed. Assists in writing and reviewing new policy/procedure for the
section as needed. Provides education to others as needed, assists in LIS
design, upgrades, maintenance of database, if required. Participates in
learning activities to expand understanding and knowledge of the field of
cytol

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in Cytology

CT (ASCP) certification

Preferred:

One (1) year laboratory experience is preferred

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list must be representative of
the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure,
experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled business
hours or scheduled shifts is required
Knowledge of gynecological, non-gynecological and FNA biopsy screening for
all age groups utilizing the policy/procedures for the department.

Physical Requirements:
Interact with others by effectively communicating, both orally and in writing.
Operate computers and other office equipment requiring the ability to move
fingers and hands.
See and read computer monitors and documents.
Remain sitting or standing for long periods of time to perform work on a
computer, telephone, or other equipment.
May require lifting and transporting objects and offic supplies, bending,
kneeling and reaching.

Anticipated job posting close date:10/01/2024

Location:St. Marys Regional Hospital

Work City:Grand Junction

Work State:Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate
dependent upon experience.$29.78 – $52.91

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we
provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of
programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living
healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.