Cytotechnologist - Float
Company: Kaiser Permanente
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 25, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Summary:
To perform screening tests which aid physicians in diagnosis and
treatment of cancer and other disease. These tests are complex,
require the use of professional judgement and are performed under
the indirect supervision of a pathologist. This is a FLOAT position
- Airport Way (AWL) is the home base with 20%-40% travel time to
Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center (KSMC) and Kaiser Westside Medical
Center (KWMC).
Essential Responsibilities:
Examine cells microscopically and using professional judgement,
detect cancer and other conditions on Pap smears and fluids from
various body sites. Prepare written diagnostic reports and make
recommendation for further evaluation or treatment. Meets minimum
screening standard set for department.
Perform QC procedures and document according to procedure.
Review retrospective slide QCs as determined by Department
Director. Correlate results with findings from pathology
Document screening time, in compliance with regulatory
requirements.
Participate in teleconferences, CAP PAP PTS and multi-level scope
sessions and other educational opportunities provided to maintain
microscopic skills and screening parameters.
Perform duties for FNA adequacy assessment.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
Education
Completion of approved structured program in cytology or equivalent
knowledge as defined by Federal/State Regulations.
High school diploma or GED.
License, Certification, Registration
Drivers License (in location where applicable)
Cytotechnologist Certificate from American Society for Clinical
Pathologists
Additional Requirements:
Operation and basic maintenance of microscope.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated verbal and written command of the English
language.
Access to reliable transportation during scheduled shifts for
travel to KSMC and KWMC
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum five (5) years microscope work as a Cytotechnologist,
including Gyn and Non-Gyn.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and organize.
Evidence of continuing education.
Willingness to present interesting cases or other areas of
expertise in a classroom setting.
Knowledge and skills sufficient to provide technical instructions
on problems and advise others on cytologic techniques.
Data entry skills.
Bachelors degree in cytology or biological science field.
Notes:
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Cytotechnologist - Float
LOCATION: Portland, Oregon
REQNUMBER: 1259882
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified
applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered
for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local
laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance
Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or
disability status.
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