CYTOTECHNOLOGIST, WDL; FULL TIME - 1ST SHIFT

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Career development opportunities

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan 401K

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories seeks a Cytotechnologist for 1st shift, full-time. The role involves screening and interpreting cytology slides from various sources, with careful data logging and adherence to quality standards. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Cytology, a 1-year Cytology internship, and CT certification.

Join a high-volume lab within a regional health network, engaging in ongoing competency testing and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Cytology with required coursework as per AS Cytology.
• Completion of a one-year Cytology internship.
• CT Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Accurately screens and interprets cytology slides under the microscope.
• Maintain timely documentation of slide interpretations and data entry.
• Ensure high quality control and competency as per CAP guidelines.
• Participate in training and stay current with cytologic technologies.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Cytology

One-year Cytology internship

CT Certification

Job description

CYTOTECHNOLOGIST, WDL; FULL TIME - 1ST SHIFT - 177382

US:WI:MILWAUKEE | ALLIED HEALTH | FULL TIME 1.0

Posted a week ago

Description

Come join our team of innovative and unparalleled lab and support staff!

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories (WDL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network, which is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Patient care is our top priority, from test orders to transportation of specimens to reporting of test results. We perform over five million tests annually with test capabilities that match the largest labs in the world, providing expert academic care in every community. We combine our robust test directory and expert faculty and staff with compassionate patient care and unparalleled logistical support. WDL specializes in delivering comprehensive, clinical laboratory services to clients ranging from large tertiary care centers to small community practices.

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories (WDL) is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for vacancies without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or other category protected under appliable law. WDL will reasonably accommodate the disabilities of qualified applicants to permit them to perform the essential functions of the subject position.

Thank you for considering a career with Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories!

Location: US:WI:MILWAUKEE at our WI DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORIES facility.

FTE: 1.00

*1.0 FTE is Full-Time, any position less than 1.0 FTE is Part-Time, and .001 FTE is Casual*

Standard Hours: 40.00

• Positions with an "FTE" (full time equivalency) of .8 - 1.0 are eligible for full-time medical, dental and vision benefits. Positions with an "FTE" of .5 - .799 are eligible for part-time pro-rated medical, dental and vision benefits*

Shift: 1st shift (8:30 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Friday)

Summary

The Cytotechnologist performs microbiological screenings on slides from various organs for identification of cellular abnormalities and/or infectious agents.

Responsibilities

• Accurately screens and interprets cells from various organ types under the microscope.
• Performs screening duties in an efficient and productive manner, meeting the established departmental standards on a regular basis.
• Properly logs slide interpretations into the laboratory computer system, ensuring that all data and billing information is complete and accurate.
• Regularly maintains accurate records of daily slide totals and slide diagnosis.
• Ensures that all high risk/quality control and abnormal cases are properly distributed to supervisor or pathologist for review.
• Becomes certified in new cytologic technologies as they become available, i.e. AutoCyte prep.
• Retrieves all patient histories and pertinent slides for five year review on newly diagnosed high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions.
• Performs applicable individually assigned duties in a concise and orderly manner (these may include statistical review, updating procedures manuals, FNA tests, etc).
• Consistently completes daily/weekly maintenance on microscope and instrumentation scheduled within the laboratory.
• Participates in and successfully completes all competency and interlaboratory slide comparisons (PAP) as distributed by the College of American Pathologists (CAP). The specific department maintains records documenting and substantiating competency and/or improvement plans.
• Actively participates in training as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree, which must include specific required course work as prescribed by the American Society of Cytology.
• Successful completion of a one-year internship in Cytology.
• CT Certification required.

Perks & Benefits At Wisconsin Diagnostic Labs

Wisconsin Diagnostics Labs Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:

• Paid Time Off
• Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 401K
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available