Certified Cytotechnologist – Diagnostic Slide Specialist

Good Samaritan Society; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bismarck, ND, is seeking a Cytotechnologist to prepare slides, prioritize specimen preparation, and examine specimens under a microscope to determine potential malignant or abnormal conditions.

The role requires certification from the ASCP Board of Registry or equivalent, with ABHES-accredited cytotechnology training and CMP documentation for certs after 2004. The facility offers comprehensive benefits and a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Must hold cytotechnologist certification from ASCP Board of Registry.
• ABHES-accredited cytotechnology program or equivalent recognized by HHS.
• Alternative pre-1992 training pathways for cytotechnologists may be accepted if meeting HHS criteria.
• Documentation for Certification Maintenance Program (CMP) must be provided for certs obtained after Jan 2004.

Responsibilities

• Prepare slides of human cell samples and prioritize specimen preparation.
• Process and examine specimens under a microscope to identify malignant or abnormal conditions.
• Report laboratory results using cytotechnologist terminology per protocols.
• Maintain quality by adhering to specimen collection, preparation, and laboratory safety standards.
• Identify safety risks and comply with all safety practices and policies.

Education

ABHES-accredited cytotechnology program

ASCP cytotechnologist certification

historical pathway alternatives (pre-1992) cytotechnologist training

documentation for CMP (Certification Maintenance Program)

Job description

Sanford Health in Bismarck, ND, is seeking a Cytotechnologist to prepare slides, prioritize specimen preparation, and examine specimens under a microscope to determine potential malignant or abnormal conditions.

The role requires certification from the ASCP Board of Registry or equivalent, with ABHES-accredited cytotechnology training and CMP documentation for certs after 2004. The facility offers comprehensive benefits and a full-time schedule.