Cytotechnologist

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Richmond, Virginia seeks a Cytotechnologist to evaluate patient cell samples under a microscope, staining and mounting slides to detect precancerous, malignant, and infectious conditions. The ideal candidate holds CT Cytotechnologist certification and a Cytotechnology program credential.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in biology/chemistry/MLS and preferably 3+ years of clinical lab experience, with ongoing professional development supported by the

Qualifications

• CT Cytotechnologist Certification (required).
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry or Medical Laboratory Science (required).
• Completion of Cytotechnology Program (required).
• 3 years of clinical lab experience preferred.
• 28 CH biology/chemistry and 3 CH math/statistics (required).

Responsibilities

• Stains, mounts, and studies cells under a microscope to detect pathology.
• Performs specimen processing and special procedures as needed.
• Functions as technical reference and correlates data with requisitions.
• Assist pathologists in preparation of pathology reports.

Skills

Microscopy

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in Biology/Chemistry/ MLS

Cytotechnology Program

Job description

Summary Of Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

Cytotechnologists evaluate patients' cell samples to notice subtle changes to accurately detect precancerous, malignant, and infectious conditions. They provide patient clinical data or microscopic findings to assist pathologists in the preparation of pathology reports.

Essential Job Functions

• Stains, mounts, and studies cells of the human body under a microscope to detect evidence of cancer, hormonal abnormalities, and other pathological conditions following established standards and practices.
• Performs specimen processing and special procedures with or without pathologists for adequacy as needed.
• Functions as technical reference.
• Correlates data and detects discrepancies (clerical and technical) based on review of GYN (gynecology) and non-GYN requisitions and computer data entry orders.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

CT Cytotechnologist Certification by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)

Education

Bachelors, Biology/Chemistry/Medical Laboratory Science (required)

Completion of Cytotechnology Program (required)

Work Experience

3 years of clinical lab experience (preferred)

Training

28 CH of biology and chemistry (required)

3 CH of mathematics or statistics (required)

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being-personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affiantive Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]