11101 - URGENT - Travel: Cytologist
Apply NowCompany: Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler
Location: Tyler, TX 75703
Description:
Details
Client Name
Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Allied
Profession
Laboratory
Specialty
Cytotech
Job ID
31373582
Job Title
11101 - URGENT - Travel: Cytologist
Weekly Pay
$2326.0
Shift Details
Shift
Day - 8x5 - 08AM
Scheduled Hours
40
Job Order Details
Start Date
03/10/2025
End Date
06/08/2025
Duration
13 Week(s)
Job Description
Job Title: Cytologist
Job Specialty: Lab
Job Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Guaranteed Hours: Not Specified
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience required; 2-3 years preferred in high complexity testing in an acute care hospital setting
License: Cytotechnologist (ASCP) or eligible
Certifications: Must obtain annual membership with certification agency
Must-Have: Proficiency in non-GYN along with normal GYN screening; Bachelor's degree in science or equivalent
Job Description:
- Follow established standard practices to prepare and stain microscopic slides from specimens of blood, tissue scrapings, and body fluids.
- Examine cells to detect evidence of cancer, abnormalities, and other pathological conditions.
- Categorize slides, record classification, compile patient listings for follow-up analysis, and report unusual cell structures or abnormalities to the Pathologist.
- Address all daily operations of the cytology laboratory.
- Meet expectations of applicable competencies as a Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Enter patient information, orders, and technical information into the laboratory information system (LIS).
- Devise and direct performance of routine and special stains within acceptable TAT guidelines to provide appropriate slides for microscopic evaluation.
- Operate staining and other relevant laboratory equipment to ensure the production of quality slides.
- Perform manual stains as needed.
- Assist Pathologists with fine needle aspirations.
- Use microscopic techniques and stained slides to identify and mark unusual findings in specimens based on accepted morphologic criteria.
- Evaluate cell samples for normal/abnormal cellular patterns and assess malignant, pre-malignant, inflammatory, and benign changes.
- Refer pertinent cellular changes for supervisor and/or pathologist review.
- Perform quality control and improvement analyses and record results according to policy and procedure guidelines.
- Conduct established daily and periodic preventive maintenance and troubleshoot minor problems; manage supplies and review policies and procedures.
- Attend, read, or listen to educational materials for professional development.
- Train new staff in laboratory practices.
- Complete tasks or special projects within assigned time frames as requested.
- Follow established protocols for safety, infection control, security, compliance, and the use of hazardous materials.
Client Details
Address
800 E Dawson St
City
Tyler
State
TX
Zip Code
75701
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Client Name
Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Allied
Profession
Laboratory
Specialty
Cytotech
Job ID
31373582
Job Title
11101 - URGENT - Travel: Cytologist
Weekly Pay
$2326.0
Shift Details
Shift
Day - 8x5 - 08AM
Scheduled Hours
40
Job Order Details
Start Date
03/10/2025
End Date
06/08/2025
Duration
13 Week(s)
Job Description
Job Title: Cytologist
Job Specialty: Lab
Job Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Guaranteed Hours: Not Specified
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience required; 2-3 years preferred in high complexity testing in an acute care hospital setting
License: Cytotechnologist (ASCP) or eligible
Certifications: Must obtain annual membership with certification agency
Must-Have: Proficiency in non-GYN along with normal GYN screening; Bachelor's degree in science or equivalent
Job Description:
- Follow established standard practices to prepare and stain microscopic slides from specimens of blood, tissue scrapings, and body fluids.
- Examine cells to detect evidence of cancer, abnormalities, and other pathological conditions.
- Categorize slides, record classification, compile patient listings for follow-up analysis, and report unusual cell structures or abnormalities to the Pathologist.
- Address all daily operations of the cytology laboratory.
- Meet expectations of applicable competencies as a Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Enter patient information, orders, and technical information into the laboratory information system (LIS).
- Devise and direct performance of routine and special stains within acceptable TAT guidelines to provide appropriate slides for microscopic evaluation.
- Operate staining and other relevant laboratory equipment to ensure the production of quality slides.
- Perform manual stains as needed.
- Assist Pathologists with fine needle aspirations.
- Use microscopic techniques and stained slides to identify and mark unusual findings in specimens based on accepted morphologic criteria.
- Evaluate cell samples for normal/abnormal cellular patterns and assess malignant, pre-malignant, inflammatory, and benign changes.
- Refer pertinent cellular changes for supervisor and/or pathologist review.
- Perform quality control and improvement analyses and record results according to policy and procedure guidelines.
- Conduct established daily and periodic preventive maintenance and troubleshoot minor problems; manage supplies and review policies and procedures.
- Attend, read, or listen to educational materials for professional development.
- Train new staff in laboratory practices.
- Complete tasks or special projects within assigned time frames as requested.
- Follow established protocols for safety, infection control, security, compliance, and the use of hazardous materials.
Client Details
Address
800 E Dawson St
City
Tyler
State
TX
Zip Code
75701
Job Board Disclaimer
By applying for jobs on this website, you consent to receive daily messages from CYNET about assignments that match your profile. Email or text HELP for more info, or STOP to unsubscribe.
Your mobile info will not be shared with third parties for marketing. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.