Cytotechnologist Relief AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Vision, Medical & Dental Benefits from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Received Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center in January 2019 

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: 

• Relief

Shift:

• Variable shifts available for pickup

Location: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission  

                 9100 West 74th Street, Merriam, KS 66204

 

The community you’ll be caring for:

At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, formerly Shawnee Mission Medical Center, you're more than just a number on a chart. You're a whole person, who functions best when physically, emotionally, and spiritually fit. Find whole-person care, dedicated teams and staff, and a wide variety of medical services, all at our hospital in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.

 

The role you’ll contribute

The Cytotechnologist performs anatomical pathology procedures as licensed. Requires the exercise of independent judgement under minimum supervision.  Work customarily involves procedures, which require a high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge, and expertise in licensed area(s). Adheres to the AdventHealth Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

•Performs analytical activities related to: 1) microscopic evaluation and reporting of negative gynecological thin layer 
slide preparations and 2) microscopic evaluation and formulation of an opinion for the pathologist of abnormal 
gynecological thin layer, non-gynecological, and fine needle aspiration slide preparations. Correlate current cases with 
previous cytologic specimens where indicated.
•Performs assigned pre-and post-analytical activities related to tests assigned, including specimen collection and 
processing, quality control, equipment maintenance, inventory control, quality assurance, and proficiency testing 
procedures.
•Performs and results molecular testing and/or ancillary testing from the specimen vials and correlates with morphologic
findings.
•May assist in collection of data for research or publication of papers. Ability to read and evaluate published 
professional literature.
•Completes routine screenings for cell specimens, reports results, and documents daily workload records
•Processes specimens for analysis, according to specifications related to the type of specimen
•Assists in the collection and processing of fine needle aspiration specimens
•Assists with data collection and special projects, as assigned
•Demonstrates expertise in patient preparation, sample requirements, specimen collection, and pre-analytical factors that
impact sample quality
•Documents and submits required laboratory, departmental, and staff statistics/reports
•Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
•Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent
•Successful completion of a 12-month Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 
(CAAHEP) accredited Cytotechnology program

PREFERRED:
•Three years of technical experience
•Master's degree in a related field

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
• Certified Cytotechnologist (ASCP)

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION:
REQUIRED:
•In non-licensure states, must hold a national certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology 
(ASCP) or equivalent as a Cytologist unless grandfathered per state requirement

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

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