Cytotechnologist, Anatomical Pathology — Gynecologic Diagnostics

Ochsner Health System; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Shreveport, LA seeks a Cytotechnologist to perform microscopic screening and diagnosis of gynecological and other specimens in a clinical pathology setting.

Responsibilities include assisting in collection/preparation of fine-needle aspiration samples, performing ancillary prep and QC, entering results, and participating in on-site cytology and continuing education opportunities. Bachelor's degree and CT (ASCP) certification required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology or related field required.
• CT (ASCP) certification required or eligible.
• Louisiana Cytotechnology license or eligible required.

Responsibilities

• Performs microscopic screening and diagnosis of gynecological and miscellaneous specimens.
• Assists in collection and preparation of fine needle aspiration specimens.
• Performs ancillary prep, clerical and quality control duties as needed.
• Enters negative gynecological results into the computer.
• Participates in on-site cytology and other continuing education opportunities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology

CT (ASCP) certification

Louisiana CYT license or eligible

Job description

Ochsner Health System in Shreveport, LA seeks a Cytotechnologist to perform microscopic screening and diagnosis of gynecological and other specimens in a clinical pathology setting.

Responsibilities include assisting in collection/preparation of fine-needle aspiration samples, performing ancillary prep and QC, entering results, and participating in on-site cytology and continuing education opportunities. Bachelor's degree and CT (ASCP) certification required.