Travel Cytologist - day shift - 36 hours per week Ithaca, New York, United States - 14850
Job Title: Travel Cytologist
Shift: Day shifts - 36 hours (7am-7pm)
Duration: 12 weeks
Start Date: 06/05/2023
Hourly Pay: $73
OT: 1.5
Weekly pay: $2,618
JOB DESCRIPTION
212 general acute care hospital. Affiliated with 24 teaching hospitals
Prepare, screen and evaluate gynecologic cytology specimens by microscope using the Hologic ThinPrep system - accurately transcribe and enter results into the laboratory information system (Meditech).
Prepare, screen and evaluate non-gynecologic cytology specimens by microscope - accurately transcribe and enter results into the laboratory information system (Meditech).
Participate in ultrasound/CT guided fine needle aspiration (FNA) procedures to confirm adequacy.
Maintain cytology workload and quality assurance records.
Responsible for accurate specimen identification, accessioning and requisitioning - maintaining specimen integrity throughout the process.
Operate, maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation.
Maintain a compliant environment, including adherence to all lab and hospital procedures, New York State and Joint Commission regulations, HIPAA standards, infection control and safety guidelines.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in continuing education opportunities - acquire a minimum of 24 hours of continuing education per year.
Maintain slide/block and specimen retention systems according to department specimen management policies.
Process specimens for send out consultations and/or outside testing.
Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience
Meditech experience - one year
Preference of two years' Cytotechnologist experience
Good written and oral communication skills, ability to prioritize work, strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail preferred.
Education and Training
Bachelor's degree in cytology or science related discipline with a certificate from an approved cytology training program.
Physical Requirements - Must be able to push, pull, bend, and ambulate without assistance.
ABOUT HEALTHCARE STAFFING PLUS
Healthcare Staffing Plus is a US based national per diem, local contract, and locum tenens agency. We are located in the beautiful rolling hills of southern Indiana just outside of Louisville, KY.
With close to 24 years of non-clinical healthcare experience that includes 16 years of solid medical staffing and recruiting experience, we deliver on our promise of adhering to strict and ethical recruiting standards handled with the utmost professionalism. Never resting on our laurels of sourcing candidates thoroughly and presenting our clients only the cream of the crop.
BENEFITS
Personalized recruiter that is solely dedicated to you! Weekly pay
Direct deposit
Completion bonuses
Housing stipend
Per diem daily meals and incidentals
Reimbursements on state licensing, medical exams, vaccines,
Travel expenses to assignment (mileage, airfare, etc.,) Free telemedicine services
Medical , dental and vision insurance
Prescription drug card
Referral bonuses .
....and much more!
Required Skills Meditech Reference Code 137387 Job Category Laboratory Facility Type Agency,Hospital Based Pay Rate 73 - 73USDPer Hour Specialty Laboratory Geographical Setting Urban,Metropolitan On Call No Board Certification Yes
