Cytotechnologist PRN

HCA Healthcare; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Education support

401(k) Plan with match

Employee stock purchase

Job summary

HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital is seeking a Cytotechnologist PRN to join our team within a leading healthcare system in Florida. You will perform cellular staining, slide preparation, and microscopic analysis to support accurate pathology reports.

Responsibilities include QA, assisting pathologists, and maintaining regulatory standards. Requirements: Associate’s Degree, Florida Cytotechnologist license, OT ASCP preferred, and 1–3 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree required.
• Florida License Cytotechnologist required.
• C.T. (ASCP) preferred.
• 1 to 3 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stains, mounts and studies cells of the human body to detect cancer, hormonal abnormalities and other conditions, preparing microscopic slides and preserving specimens.
• Examine cell samples to detect abnormal hormone conditions and cellular abnormalities.
• Evaluate cells for the presence of cancer, precancerous changes or infections.
• Prepare and analyze samples such as Pap smears (PAP) and FNAs to detect abnormalities.
• Provide clinical data or microscopic findings to assist pathologists in pathology reports.
• Assist Pathologists in collecting cell samples (e.g., FNA biopsies) and ensure timely QC reports.
• Maintain QA in the laboratory and prepare for CAP inspections.
• Prepare slides and reports timely and ensure QC requirements are met.
• Maintain procedures and records to meet regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties to support efficient department operation.
• Actively seek ways to control costs without compromising safety and service quality.

Education

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Cytotechnologist PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

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.

What you will do in this role:

• 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.

What Qualifications you will need:

• Associate’s Degree required
• Florida License Cytotechnologist required
• C.T. (ASCP) preferred
• 1 to 3 years preferred

Benefits

HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital, 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

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

For over 40 years, HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital has been providing comprehensive healthcare services. We provide high-quality medical care. We also provide surgery, outpatient therapies, and acute care. With a team of skilled colleagues, it’s no wonder we have a reputation for excellence. The over 180-bed acute care hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission. We provide 24-hour Emergency Care, Behavioral Healthcare, and Cardiovascular Services. We also provide General Surgery and Imaging & Diagnostic Services. As South Tampa Hospital and ER, we provide high quality, advanced care. We are one of the best-performing hospitals in the Tampa Bay area. We believe excellent people make excellence happen. If this sounds like the type of meaningful work you’d like to be a part of, we hope you’ll consider our careers at South Tampa Hospital.

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