Cytotechnologist - Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital

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Monday-Friday 8 : 00am-4 : 30pm

Summary of Primary Function / General Purpose of Position

Cytotechnologists evaluate patients' cell samples to notice subtle changes to accurately detect precancerous, malignant, and infectious conditions. They provide patient clinical data or microscopic findings to assist pathologists in the preparation of pathology reports.

Essential Job Functions

• Stains, mounts, and studies cells of the human body under a microscope to detect evidence of cancer, hormonal abnormalities, and other pathological conditions following established standards and practices.
• Performs specimen processing and special procedures with or without pathologists for adequacy as needed.
• Functions as technical reference.
• Correlates data and detects discrepancies (clerical and technical) based on review of GYN (gynecology) and non-GYN requisitions and computer data entry orders.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing / Certification

CT Cytotechnologist Certification by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)

Education

Bachelors, Biology / Chemistry / Medical Laboratory Science (required)

Completion of Cytotechnology Program (required)

Work Experience

3 years of clinical lab experience (preferred)

Training

28 CH of biology and chemistry (required)

3 CH of mathematics or statistics (required)

Skills

Active Listening

Service Orientation

Coordination

Verbal and Written Communication

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Organization

Time Management

Keyboarding

Microsoft Office

Telephone Skills

Lab Information Systems

Laboratory Diagnostic Tests

Analyze data

Laboratory equipment

Quality control

Specimen processing

Prepare and analyze specimen

Biology

Responsibility and autonomy

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials

May have periods of constant interruptions

Prolonged periods of working alone

Other :  Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors.

Physical Requirements

Lifting / Carrying (0-50 lbs.)   1-33%

Lifting / Carrying (50-100 lbs.)    1-33%

Push / Pull (0-50 lbs.)    1-33%

Push / Pull (50-100 lbs.)    1-33%

Stoop / Kneel   1-33%

Crawling    1-33%

Climbing    1-33%

Balance    67-100%

Bending    1-33%

Sitting   67-100%

Walking    1-33%

Standing   1-33%

Additional Physical Requirements / Hazards

Manual dexterity (eye / hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Hear alarms / telephone / audio recorder

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm / hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity - far

Acuity - near

Depth perception

Use of latex products

Exposure to toxic / caustic / chemicals / detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust / fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to x ray / electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Other : Patient Population

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w / AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com

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Roper St. Francis Healthcare and our physician partners serve the Lowcountry with convenient locations across Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester counties. With locations throughout the Charleston area, we offer a wide range of jobs within our healthcare system.

Why choose Charleston :

Why choose Roper St. Francis Healthcare

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is lauded as one the best places to work in healthcare and here's why you should choose a career with us :

We have a lot to be proud of

We’re the first choice for healthcare among Lowcountry families. We’ve been trusted with our neighbors’ health and wellness for generations. And as our community grows, we continue to expand our services and open our arms to provide care to our friends and family members who need it most.

We are vibrant and growing

With 6,000 employees, we’re the Lowcountry’s second-largest private employer. We have nearly 1,000 doctors representing almost every medical specialty, and our 657-bed system consists of more than 100 facilities and services across five counties. In short, there is plenty of room for growth and ever-expanding job opportunities.

We are committed to excellence

Roper St. Francis Healthcare rewards exceptional performance and invests in supporting our staff. From nurses to technicians and administrative professionals, our employees share our commitment to putting patients first. We recruit and retain the most qualified workforce without regard to age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, handicap or disability.

We offer generous employee benefits

Roper St. Francis Healthcare offers an excellent benefits package for our full-time employees. We offer several options for health plans, a generous retirement plan, and educational opportunities to further your career.  Visit our benefits page for a complete list of benefits .