Cyto Technologist ASCP: Full Time, First Shift
@ BHS Baptist Healthcare SystemCyto Technologist ASCP: Full Time, First Shift
About the job
Baptist Health Paducah Laboratory is dedicated to clinical excellence, teamwork, and innovation. This role focuses on preparing and evaluating cytology specimens with accuracy, respecting confidentiality, and working professionally with staff and patients.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Completion of Cytology Program
- ASCP certification
Qualifications
- Knowledge of cytology procedures
- Attention to detail
- Professional communication skills
Full job description
Summary
Job Description:
Cyto Technologist ASCP
Full Time, First Shift
Must have extensive knowledge in preparing, staining, and evaluating gynecological and non-gynecological material including fine needle aspirations. Demonstrates competency in assessing all material with a high level of accuracy. Shows good judgment with attention to details as well as respect patient confidentiality. Works professionally and courteously with physicians, patients, guests, and other employees. Performance of duties is in accordance with policies and guidelines established with Baptist Health Paducah Laboratory.
Job Duties:
- Assists with processing of specimens collected in CT scan as required.
- Performs routine microscopic evaluation of cytologic smears and cell blocks.
- Completely and correctly screens and interprets cytologic specimens.
- Numbers specimens received into computer system with proper identification as to the patient and specimen type.
- Maintains maintenance schedule for equipment and monitors supplies of the department.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree
- Completion of Cytology Program
- Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) is required
Benefits:
- Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
- Paid Time Off available for use upon hire
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement plans with company match