Lab Cytologist - Methodist

Carle Health; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 47,540 - 81,774; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health in Peoria, Illinois is seeking a Cytologist to perform screening of cytologic specimens for cancer and other conditions. This role involves marking abnormalities, rendering diagnoses, and conducting essential quality control procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Cytotechnology and be certified as a Cytologist within a year. The compensation ranges from $34.51 to $59.36 per hour, and Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Cytologist certification (CT) within 1 year of hire.
• Experience with quality control and assurance procedures.
• Knowledge of tele-pathology systems.

Responsibilities

• Screen clinical specimen slides for cancers or conditions.
• Conduct quality control and assurance processes.
• Perform rapid on-site evaluation using tele-pathology.

Skills

Cytology

Quality control

Tele-pathology

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Cytotechnology

Certificate of Completion in Cytotechnology

Job description

Overview

Sign-on Bonus & Relocation Bonus Available! The Cytologist participates in specialized and complex technical tasks involved in the processing and screening of cytologic specimens to detect evidence of cancer or other pathological conditions, ensuring efficient and accurate testing of patient specimens. Screening includes slides of both gynecologic and non‑gynecologic specimens, marking abnormalities, rendering diagnoses, and determining cases for quality control or subsequent review with a pathologist. The role also performs rapid on‑site evaluation (ROSE) using a tele‑pathology system during the collection, processing, and immediate evaluation of Fine Needle Aspirations.

Qualifications

• Certifications: Cytologist (CT) within 1 year – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Education: Certificate of Completion in Cytotechnology; Bachelor’s Degree in Cytotechnology

Responsibilities

• Screening of clinical specimen slides for evidence of cancer or other pathological conditions according to departmental terminology and protocols.
• Marking abnormalities, rendering diagnoses, and determining cases for quality control or subsequent review with a pathologist.
• Performing quality control and quality assurance procedures to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Evaluating acceptability of specimens as required by department testing.
• Collecting, processing, and immediately evaluating Fine Needle Aspirations.
• Applying specimen processing knowledge to meet departmental requirements.
• Conducting rapid on‑site evaluation (ROSE) using tele‑pathology systems.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $34.51 per hour to $59.36 per hour. This range represents a good faith minimum and maximum at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E‑Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information: [e-mail].