Cytology Technical Specialist: High-Complexity Testing

Advocate Health Care; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Des Plaines, Illinois, is seeking a Cytotechnologist to evaluate patient samples for malignant and infectious conditions. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Cytotechnology, CT certification, and typically 3 years of high complexity testing experience.

You will provide technical expertise, train new staff, and ensure adherence to quality control standards while maintaining patient confidentiality and effective communication. A flexible schedule may be necessary.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in cytology high complexity testing.
• Expertise in working knowledge of diagnostic principles.
• Ability to operate all necessary equipment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient samples for cancerous and inflammatory processes.
• Provides technical expertise in cytological evaluations.
• Coordinates training of new staff and monitors workflow.
• Implements quality control and assurance protocols.

Skills

Cytotechnologist (CT) certification

Patient confidentiality

Flexible schedule

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Cytotechnology

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Des Plaines, Illinois, is seeking a Cytotechnologist to evaluate patient samples for malignant and infectious conditions. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Cytotechnology, CT certification, and typically 3 years of high complexity testing experience.

You will provide technical expertise, train new staff, and ensure adherence to quality control standards while maintaining patient confidentiality and effective communication. A flexible schedule may be necessary.