Cyto Technologist ASCP: Full Time, First Shift

Baptist Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Bereavement Leave (pets)

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plans with company match

Job summary

Baptist Health Paducah Laboratory is seeking a Cytotechnologist ASCP for full-time, first shift. This role requires extensive expertise in preparing, staining, and evaluating gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology, including fine needle aspirations, with high accuracy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities include processing specimens, microscopic evaluation, accurate screening, and equipment maintenance, in line with Baptist Health Paducah Laboratory policies and guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a cytology-related field.
• Completion of a Cytology program or equivalent training.
• Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine microscopic evaluation of cytology slides and cell blocks.
• Screen and interpret cytologic specimens with high accuracy.
• Maintain accurate specimen labeling and enter data into the computer system.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Completion of Cytology Program

ASCP certification

Job description

Summary

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

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.