Cytotechnologist

HCA Healthcare; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance and education perks

Sign-on/relocation bonus

Job summary

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Cytotechnologist in Lenexa, KS. You will stain, mount, and study cells, preparing slides for pathologists and assisting with FNAs, while upholding CAP QA standards. A Bachelor's degree and ASCP CT certification are preferred, with 1–3 years of experience desirable.

The position includes a $10,000 sign-on/relocation bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Join a team committed to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology or related field.
• ASCP certification (C.T.) preferred.
• 1–3 years of Cytotechnology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stains, mounts, and studies cells to detect cancer and abnormalities.
• Prepare slides for reading by Cytotechnologist or Pathologist review.
• Provide specimens and documentation for pathology reports.
• Assist pathologists with sample collection and FNA biopsies as needed.
• Maintain QA procedures to meet CAP standards and site readiness.
• Ensure timely slide preparation and accurate record-keeping.

Skills

Cytology staining

Cell analysis

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's Degree

C.T. (ASCP) preferred

1-3 years experience

Job description

• Location: HCA MidAmerica Central Lab


• Address: 15300 College Blvd, Lenexa, KS 66219


• $10,000 SIGN ON AND/OR RELOCATION BONUS AVAILABLE

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Cytotechnologist with HCA Healthcare you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Cytotechnologist /Cytotech is responsible for preparation and storage of all specimens and necessary documentation. Prepares stains and slides for reading by Cytotechnologist or review by the Pathologist.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Stains, mounts, and studies cells of human body to detect evidence of cancer, hormonal abnormalities and other pathological conditions, following established standards and practices: Prepares microscopic slides from specimens of blood, scrapings or other bodily exudates and fixes stains and slide to preserve specimen and enhance visibility of cells under microscope.


• Examine cell samples to detect abnormal hormone conditions.


• Examine cell samples to detect abnormalities in the color, shape, or size of cellular components and patterns.


• Evaluate cells for the presence of cancer, precancerous changes or infections.


• Prepare and analyze samples, such as Papanicolaou (PAP) smear body fluids and fine needle aspirations (FNAs) to detect abnormal conditions.


• Provide patient clinical data or microscopic findings to assist pathologists in the preparation of pathology reports.


• Assist Pathologists or other physicians to collect cell samples such as by fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsies.


• Quality Assurance in the laboratory including the maintenance of the system in accordance with the requirements of the College of the American Pathologists and preparation for site visits.


• Prepare slides and reports in a timely fashion, ensuring Q.C. are met.


• Maintain procedures and records to meet all regulatory standards.


• Perform other duties as necessary for efficient operation of the department.


• Actively seeks ways to control costs without compromising patient safety, quality of care or the services delivered.


• Demonstrates knowledge of the occurrence reporting system. Uses system to report potential patient safety issues.


• Follows established guidelines for reporting a significant medical error or unanticipated outcome in the patient’s care which results in patient harm.


• Attends in-service presentations and completes all mandatory education requirements. Uses Performance Improvement Plan to improve patient safety.


• Regular, Punctual, and dependable attendance.


• Prepare and maintain reagents and equipment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree required


• C.T. (ASCP) preferred


• 1 to 3 years preferred

Benefits

HCA Healthcare, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services


• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services


• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence


• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling


• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing


• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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