Cytologist II - Cytopathology

Indiana University Health; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a dedicated Cytotechnologist II to serve as a shift lead, providing high-level technical skills and knowledge in laboratory settings. Responsibilities include preparing and staining clinical specimens, evaluating them microscopically, and acting as a resource for students.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology, with at least three years of related experience, and must be registered with ASCP or equivalent. Join a team committed to excellence and patient care.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of Cytotechnology experience required.
• Registered (ASCP; AMT; NCA or equivalent) Cytotechnology required.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of anatomy, histology, benign and abnormal cytology.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a shift lead and provides technical skills.
• Prepares and stains clinical specimens and microscopically evaluates them.
• Acts as resource for students in cytology.

Skills

Cytotechnology experience

Proficiency in computer entry/retrieval

Analytical skills

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology or related field

Job description

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 16 hospitals and more than 34,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.

The laboratories of IU Health offer some of the most comprehensive laboratory services in Indiana! Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the laboratories perform more than 19 million tests a year. In addition to IU Health, laboratory testing services are provided to hospitals and physicians across the country.

SHIFT: Full-Time, Days

Location: IUHMG M-Pathology Lab

Job Overview

The Cytotechnologist II serves as a shift lead and provides a higher level of technical skills and knowledge. Acts as a key resource person for staff both inside and outside of the department. Assumes the responsibility for more complex work assignments and acts as resource for students in cytology. Prepares and stains clinical specimens (gynecological and non-gynecological) and microscopically evaluates them, using independent judgement to interpret minute cellular differences which indicate the presence or absence of malignant or pre‑malignant changes. Assists the pathologist or attending physician performing complicated medical procedures to collect body substances (such as fine needle aspirations). Participates in research and development activities. May act as cytology general supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology or related field of science required.
• 3 or more years of Cytotechnology experience required.
• Registered (ASCP; AMT; NCA or equivalent) Cytotechnology required.
• Requires proficiency at computer entry/retrieval of lab results.
• Requires ability to perform mentally demanding, repetitive tasks.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of anatomy, histology, benign and abnormal cytology of all body sites.
• Requires ability to utilize independent judgment in generating test results.Requires analytical skills to interpret cellular samples from all body sites.
• Requires the ability to maintain accuracy and efficiency in completing patient tests; recording and reporting test results.
• Requires knowledge of various complex and lengthy laboratory techniques and procedures.

Benefits

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses.
• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness – government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met.
• Employee Assistance Program – counseling at no cost to you.
• Healthy Results – participation in our team member wellness programs awards points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck. The more you participate, the more you earn.