Cytologist - Day Shift

OU Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical plan

Dental plan

Job summary

OU Health is hiring Cytologists for the Day Shift in Downtown Oklahoma City, with remote support at Edmond Hospital and a weekly FNA clinic. Positions vary by experience level (1–3) based on licenses and education.

Responsibilities include screening GYN and NON-GYN specimens and signing cytology reports within policy timeframes. Minimum qualifications include a cytotechnology degree, 0–3 years for Level 1, 3–5 for Level 2, or 5+ for Level 3, plus ASCP registration eligibility and AHA BLS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology or related Life Science with accredited cytotechnology program.
• 0–3 years of experience for Level 1; 3–5 years for Level 2; 5+ years for Level 3.
• Eligible for ASCP Cytology registration; BLS from AHA must be obtained within 9 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform GYN, FNA, and NON-GYN cytology testing per policies and turnaround times.
• Maintain safety, PPE, and quality standards; participate in performance improvement.
• Assist in Fine Needle Aspiration procedures and in interpreting cytology reports.
• Keep accurate records and contribute to proficiency testing and inventory management.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Communication (verbal)

Communication (written)

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology/Biology/Life Science

Job description

Position Title: Cytologist - Day Shift

Department: Anatomic Pathology Lab

Job Description

LOCATION/SHIFT: Downtown Oklahoma City (This position is required to support remote operations at Edmond Hospital, the downtown campus and weekly FNA clinic.) Days - 0730‑1600 preferrably These positions are available in levels 1,2, or 3 depending on experience, education, and licenses/certifications

General Description

Under immediate supervision, performs routine microscopic screening of Gyn and Non-Gyn specimen. Accurately results and electronically signs out Cytology reports. Assists in the collection of Fine Needle Aspirations specimens.

Essential Responsibilities

• Upon completion of initial competency, performs GYN, FNA and NON-GYN Cytologic patient testing in a prompt and reliable manner according to established hospital and departmental policies including appropriate turnaround times.
• Complies with all hospital and laboratory safety policies and procedures including the appropriate us of PPE.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and supports the hospital in meeting regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Participates in laboratory quality activities including quality monitoring and auditing, occurrence/deviation documentation and performance improvement.
• Assists Pathologists and Providers at Fine Needle Aspiration Procedures.
• Maintains legible and organized records including daily workload records as required by CLIA and CAP.
• Performs yearly proficiency testing according to laboratory and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in inventory management.
• Completes annual competency assessment.
• Processes GYN and NON-GYN specimens for microscopic review.
• Results and electronically signs out appropriate Cytology reports.
• Results and electronically co-signs out appropriate Cytology reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Level 1)

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology, Biology or a Life Science, and completing an accredited Cytotechnology program required.
• Experience: 0-3 years of experience required.
• Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required: Eligible for registration as a Cytologist with the American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP). Certification and/or Registration must be obtained within 9 months after employment required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association (AHA) required.

Minimum Qualifications (Level 2)

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology, Biology or a Life Science and completing an accredited Cytotechnology program required.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience required.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s): CT (ASCP) and current Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association (AHA) required.

Minimum Qualifications (Level 3)

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology, Biology or a Life Science and completing an accredited Cytotechnology program required.
• Experience: 5 or more years of experience required.
• License/Certification/Registration Requirements: CT (ASCP) and current Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association (AHA) required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Must be able to consistently and dependably report to work as scheduled.
• Must be able to lead a team to complete a goal.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes.
• Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information and exercise sound judgment.
• Must be able to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations.
• Must possess ability to understand various operations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work and communicate with co-workers and other caregivers, and meet their needs in a professional, polite, courteous, compassionate, and cooperative manner.
• Must display a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards establishing priorities and completing assignments efficiently.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and demonstrate attention to detail.
• Knowledge of current laboratory practices, techniques and terminology.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to organize and evaluate work requirement to meet deadline.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to your community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.

Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.