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Cytotechnologist
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What they do
A Cytogenetic Technologist or Cytotechnologist works in a medical laboratory and uses microscopes to examine cells for signs of abnormalities that could indicate cancerous growth.
$71,359 / year median in Colorado
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Hourly Wage Estimate:
$34.81 - $52.23 / hour Learn more about the benefits offered ( https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards ) for this job. The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range. Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Cytotechnologist with FPS at Rose Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!- Job Summary and Qualifications
- The Cytotechnologist / Cytotech is responsible for preparation and storage of all specimens and necessary documentation. Prepares stains and slides for reading by Cytotechnologist or review by the Pathologist.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- + •Stains, mounts and studies cells of human body to detect evidence of cancer, hormonal abnormalities and other pathological conditions, following established standards and practices: Prepares microscopic slides from specimens of blood, scrapings or other bodily exudates and fixes stains and slide to preserve specimen and enhance visibility of cells under microscope.
- + •Examine cell samples to detect abnormal hormone conditions.
- + •Examine cell samples to detect abnormalities in the color, shape or size of cellular components and patterns.
- + •Evaluate cells for the presence of cancer, precancerous changes or infections.
- + •Prepare and analyze samples, such as Papanicolaou (PAP) smear body fluids and fine needle aspirations (FNAs) to detect abnormal conditions.
- + •Provide patient clinical data or microscopic findings to assist pathologists in the preparation of pathology reports.
- + •Assist Pathologists or other physicians to collect cell samples such as by fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsies.
- + •Quality Assurance in the laboratory including the maintenance of the system in accordance with the requirements of the College of the American Pathologists and preparation for site visits.
- + •Prepare slides and reports in a timely fashion, ensuring Q.
- + •Maintain procedures and records to meet all regulatory standards.
- + •Perform other duties as necessary for efficient operation of the department.
- + •Actively seeks ways to control costs without compromising patient safety, quality of care or the services delivered.
- + •Demonstrates knowledge of the occurrence reporting system.
- + •Follows established guidelines for reporting a significant medical error or unanticipated outcome in the patient's care which results in patient harm.
- + •Attends in-service presentations and completes all mandatory education requirements.
- + •Regular, Punctual and dependable attendance.
- + •Prepare and maintain reagents and equipment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- + •Bachelor's Degree required•+ •Florida License Cytotechnologist required•+ •C.
- + •1 to 3 years preferred•Benefits•FPS at Rose Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues.
- Comprehensive benefits
- for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services +
- Wellbeing support,
- including free counseling and referral services +
- Time away from work
- programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence +
- Savings and retirement resources
- , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling +
- Education support
- through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing +
- Additional benefits
- for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)
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Note:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._- Physician Services Group (https://careers.
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- We are an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)