Cytotechnologist PRN

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work ( PTO )

Job summary

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Cytotechnologist (PRN) to prepare and read cytology samples, including PAP smears and FNAs. The role involves staining, mounting, and documenting findings to support pathology reports.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and ASCP CT is preferred, with 1–3 years of experience typically expected. PRN on-site role based in Kansas, with responsibilities across the cytology lab to ensure quality control and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• C.T. (ASCP) preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stains, mounts, and studies cells to detect cancer or abnormalities.
• Prepare and analyze samples such as PAP smears and FNAs.
• Provide data to assist pathologists in pathology reports.
• Maintain QC and regulatory standards in the lab.
• Assist with specimen collection and slide preparation as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microscopy skills

Sample handling

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

ASCP Certification (CT) preferred

Tools

PAP smear preparation

Laboratory quality systems

Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Cytotechnologist PRN? At HCA Healthcare, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to 300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

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, precancero us 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 una nticipated 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 benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms 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 supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.