Employment Type:

　　Full time

　　Shift:

　　Day Shift

　　Description:

　　Cytotechnologist

　　Status: Full-time

　　Shift: Day shift

　　Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor

　　Th Cytotechnologist performs all necessary laboratory procedures pertaining to accessioning, technical preparation of cytologic specimens and initial evaluation of prepared slides from all body sites.

　　Required Education

　　Have graduated from a school of cytotechnology accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation or equivalent.

　　Certified in cytotechnology by a certification agency approved by HHS (ASCP preferred).

　　Experience

　　1-3 years cytology experience preferred.Skills/Knowledge

　　Demonstrates a mastery of the theories, principles and techniques involved in the area of specialization.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

　　Demonstrates proficiency and understanding of all laboratory preparatory techniques necessary to produce cytologic specimens, including smears, and cell blocks.

　　Able to recognize and advise for corrective actions on sub optimally processed/prepared specimens.

　　Collects, accessions, and prepares GYN, Non Gyn, and FNA specimens.

　　Maintains quality control and maintenance records within the cytology lab section under direction of the Section Leader and/or Manager.

　　Evaluates all GYN, Non GYN, and FNA cytologic slides microscopically to determine the presence of cancer cells, infectious organisms, etc.

　　Identifies and marks all abnormal cells and presents these findings to a Pathologist for final evaluation.

　　Participates in the maintenance of the monthly cytology lab statistics.

　　Files and/or pulls slides for slide conferences, old case review, etc.

　　Document slide interpretation results for each gyn and non-gyn cytology case examined or reviewed.

　　Assists Pathologists in new techniques and/or procedures.

　　Assist in the training and supervise Anatomic Pathology Technician/supportive personnel.

　　Remains abreast of developments in cytology through self-study and seminar attendance.

　　Performs other duties as assigned.

　　Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships.

　　Approaches conflict in a constructive manner.

　　Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution. Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient, physicians, associates, and visitors to St. Joseph Mercy Health System. Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places.

　　Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of SJMHS. Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.

　　BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO YOU AS A COLLEAGUE OF TRINITY HEALTH ANN ARBOR

　　Competitive compensation

　　Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods

　　Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability

　　Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions

　　Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health

　　Tuition Reimbursement

　　Click Here (https://www.stjoeshealth.org/careers/current-openings/benefits) to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Trinity Health Ann Arbor.

　　ABOUT TRINITY HEALTH ANN ARBOR

　　Trinity Health Ann Arbor is a 537 –bed teaching hospital located on 340 acre campus. Recognized by IBM Watson as a Top 100 Hospital and #1 Teaching Hospital, Trinity Health St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor has been a leading health care provider for more than 100 years. SJMHS has received numerous local and national awards in recognition of our leadership, quality outcomes, and clinical excellence.

　　Trinity Health is a leading Catholic health care system based in Livonia, Michigan. Trinity Health operates in 22 states, employs about 133,000 colleagues and returns almost $1.1 billion to its communities annually in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.

　　Click Here (https://www.stjoeshealth.org/about-us/) to learn more Trinity Health Ann Arbor

　　Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

　　Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

　　Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

　　Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

　　Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

　　Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

　　Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

　　Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

　　EOE including disability/veteran