Cytotechnologist

IHA; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Benefits from Day One

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Job summary

The Cytotechnologist role at SJMHS / Trinity Health in Ann Arbor and Livonia is a part-time position (20 hours per week). Shifts are 8 hours, on Tuesdays and Thursdays (7:30am-4pm) with additional hours within the pay period that are flexible.

Responsibilities include accessioning and preparing cytologic specimens and providing initial evaluation of slides. Ideal candidates have accredited cytotechnology education and ASCP certification, plus 1–3 years cytology experience, and strong laboratory

Qualifications

• 1-3 years cytology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in preparatory techniques for cytologic specimens (smears, cell blocks).
• Recognizes and advises on corrective actions for suboptimally processed/prepared specimens.
• Collects, accessioning, and prepares GYN, Non-Gyn, and FNA specimens.
• Maintains quality control and maintenance records in the cytology lab.
• Evaluates GYN, Non-GYN, and FNA slides microscopically for cancer cells or infectious agents.
• Identifies abnormal cells and presents findings to a Pathologist for final evaluation.
• Participates in maintaining monthly cytology lab statistics.
• Files/pulls slides for conferences and case reviews.
• Documents slide interpretation results for each case.

Skills

Cytology mastery

Education

Cytotechnology degree

ASCP certification

Job description

Description

Cytotechnologist

Status: Part time, 20 hours a week

Shift: 8 hour days (7:30am-4pm) on Tuesdays and Thursdays, additional 8 hours throughout the pay period are flexible

Location: Ann Arbor and Livonia

The Cytotechnologist performs all necessary laboratory procedures pertaining to accessioning, technical preparation of cytologic specimens and initial evaluation of prepared slides from all body sites.

Required Education

• Have graduated from a school of cytotechnology accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation or equivalent.


• Certified in cytotechnology by a certification agency approved by HHS (ASCP preferred).

Experience

• 1-3 years cytology experience preferred.

Skills/Knowledge

• Demonstrates a mastery of the theories, principles and techniques involved in the area of specialization.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates proficiency and understanding of all laboratory preparatory techniques necessary to produce cytologic specimens, including smears, and cell blocks.


• Able to recognize and advise for corrective actions on sub optimally processed/prepared specimens.


• Collects, accessions, and prepares GYN, Non Gyn, and FNA specimens.


• Maintains quality control and maintenance records within the cytology lab section under direction of the Section Leader and/or Manager.


• Evaluates all GYN, Non GYN, and FNA cytologic slides microscopically to determine the presence of cancer cells, infectious organisms, etc.


• Identifies and marks all abnormal cells and presents these findings to a Pathologist for final evaluation.


• Participates in the maintenance of the monthly cytology lab statistics.


• Files and/or pulls slides for slide conferences, old case review, etc.


• Document slide interpretation results for each gyn and non-gyn cytology case examined or reviewed.

Total Rewards And Benefits

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY


• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.


• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability


• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions


• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health


• Tuition Reimbursement

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.