Cytologist - Per Diem

Endeavor Health; Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 48.000 - 75.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Premium pay (shift/on-call)

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Health Savings Account

Retirement options with company match

Paid Time Off

Wellness program

Community involvement opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Endeavor Health seeks a Cytologist for a per diem role at Swedish Hospital in Chicago. The position involves overseeing laboratory operations, reviewing results, and ensuring accurate specimen processing.

The role requires a cytotechnology degree, certification eligibility, and at least 1 year of experience. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered, with per diem hours Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4pm.

Qualifikationen

• Earn a Bachelor’s degree in Cytotechnology or related field from a CAAHEP-accredited program.
• Cytotechnologist/Cytologist certification or eligibility within first year of employment.

Aufgaben

• Oversee daily operations within the assigned laboratory section and ensure smooth workflow.
• Review documentation and reports; address abnormal results and troubleshoot issues.

Kenntnisse

Advanced lab methods

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Cytotechnology

CAAHEP-accredited program

Jobbeschreibung

Hourly Pay Range:

$35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate’s expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Cytologist - Per Diem


• Location: Swedish Hospital


• Full Time/Part Time: Per Diem


• Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30am - 4pm

What you will do:

• Oversee daily operations within the assigned laboratory section, ensuring smooth workflow and accurate specimen processing


• Review documentation and reports, address abnormal results, troubleshoot technical and methodology issues, and resolve specimen handling problems.


• Act as a primary resource for technical inquiries related to cytology procedures, instrument operations, and specimen handling.


• Accurately evaluate and report on gynecological, non-gynecological, and fine needle aspiration (FNA) specimens in compliance with regulatory standards.


• Match requisitions and slides, accurately label slides, and mark diagnostic material for further review.


• Correctly identify abnormal or high-risk cases, referring them to the Clinical Pathologist as needed.


• Ensure timely and accurate entry of results into the computer system.


• Support FNA procedures by ensuring all necessary supplies are prepared and by preparing specimens for evaluation.


• Collaborate with the Pathologist for adequate evaluation and sample preparation, ensuring appropriate labeling of specimens and slides.


• Participate in proficiency testing, completing required tests accurately and within the designated time frame.


• Review and discuss incorrectly diagnosed cases, striving for continuous improvement.


• Facilitate inventory management, ensuring that supplies are maintained and resolving any supply-related issues as they arise.


• Ensure proper organization and maintenance of the work area to adhere to cleanliness and safety standards.

What you will need:

• Education: Earn a Bachelor’s degree in Cytotechnology, Biology, or related field from a CAAHEP-accredited program. Complete an accredited cytotechnology training program.


• Certification: Cytotechnologist/Cytologist, CT(ASCP) certification or eligible (within the first year of employment if new graduate).


• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of Cytotechnology experience preferred but welcome new graduates.


• Unique or Preferred Skills: Demonstrates advanced knowledge of traditional and modern laboratory methods, with the ability to distinguish color accurately for specimen analysis.

Benefits:

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)


• Incentive pay for select positions


• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance


• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development


• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Free Parking


• Wellness Program Savings Plan


• Health Savings Account Options


• Retirement Options with Company Match


• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay


• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, www.endeavorhealth.org

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

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