Travel Cytotechnologist

Medical Solutions Allied is seeking a travel Cytotechnologist for a travel job in Peoria, Illinois.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: CytotechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: 13 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: Travel \n We’re seeking talented healthcare professionals whose adventure game is as strong as\n their clinical game.

Those that want flexibility and high pay, we have the positions for\n you!\n \n Some of the industry-leading benefits enjoyed by Medical Solutions travel nurses and\n travel allied healthcare professionals include:\n\n \n Day One Medical, Dental, and Vision with low premiums\n Day One 401(k) with Company Contribution\n Personalized Compensation Packages\n Loyalty Bonus Program and Referral Bonus\n Paid, Private, Fully Furnished, Pet-Friendly Housing\n Dedicated Recruiter and 24/7 Customer Care Line\n Per Diem Allowance and Paid Travel\n Licensure and Certification Reimbursement\n Free Liability Coverage\n Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Pet Insurance\n Equal Employment Opportunity\n And More!\n \n\n Estimated pay package based on bill rate at time job was posted.

Bill rates can \n change frequently and without notice.

Exact pay package may vary based on guaranteed hours,\n distance being traveled, and customizations available for travelers.\n General Summary: \nPosition reports to the Cytology Technical Lead and the Pathology Department Manager.

The Cytotechnologist II position is responsible for participating in specialized and complex technical tasks involved in screening slides of clinical specimens for evidence of cancer or other pathological conditions according to departmental terminology and protocols including; marking abnormalities, rendering diagnoses and determining cases for quality control or subsequent review by a pathologist.

Position is required to perform routine quality control and participate in cellular evaluations for specimen adequacy, procedural support and specimen processing as needed.

\nMay prepare cell samples for microscopic examination.\n\nResponsibility for Mission and Service Values\nDemonstrates respect for the dignity and needs of others while striving to fulfill our mission of caring and peace through excellence in health care.

Abides by and promotes the Values of The Sisters of the Third Order of St.

Francis through the following responsibilities:\n\n1)Compassion.

Displays sensitivity and respect for the needs of patients and others.

Places first priority on the well-being of the patient.

Treats others with courtesy.

Maintains professionalism by remaining objective.

Acknowledges others.

Demonstrates appreciation for others who contribute to quality.\n\n2)Timeliness.

Demonstrates responsiveness to patients, their families, co-workers, and visitors in a timely manner.

Responds to requests in a timely manner.

Keeps promises and commitments.

Completes assigned tasks.\n\n3)Accuracy.

Demonstrates attentiveness to detail in all procedures.

Completes job responsibilities with minimal errors.\n\n4)Thoroughness.

Demonstrates a willingness to provide service to all customers encountered.

Politely responds to requests from those we serve.

Serves as a role model.\n\n5)Coordination.

Demonstrates good organizational skills in coordinating services with co-workers and other departments/services.

Cooperates with all departments/services to facilitate integrated patient care.\n\nResponsibility for Organizational Stewardship\n1)Attendance/Punctuality.

Demonstrates conformance to facility policy.

Attends inservices and meetings promptly.

Maintains flexible scheduling to meet staffing needs.\n2)Time Management.

Demonstrates effective time management to ensure that duties are performed in a timely and cost-effective manner.\n3)Resource Management.

Demonstrates the ability to perform work efficiently, avoiding duplication or waste of equipment, services and supplies.

Pro-actively works to increase efficiency.\n4)Financial Management.

Demonstrates support in complying with budgetary standards.

Assists in identifying ways to reduce cost without sacrificing quality.\n5)Safety Management.

Demonstrates safe practices according to facility policy / procedure, aware of the risks of the position.\n\nJob Specific Duties and Responsibilities\n1)Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of procedures for Universal Blood and Body Fluid Precautions.

Relates proper techniques necessary to their service and job role.

Understands importance and is aware of the procedure for reporting any and all blood and body fluid exposures.

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of procedures outlined in the Chemical Hygiene Plan.

Maintains work area and equipment in clean and orderly condition.

Performs laboratory functions and procedures with proper safety attire.

Maintains sanitary and safe work area.

Follows all safety precautions/contraindications.\n2)Determines type and stage of illness and disease, correlates findings with patient clinical history, classifies results into various categories and issues provisional diagnosis, alerts pathologist to abnormal cell structures and documents all findings appropriately.

Quality control reviewer for Cytotech I.\n3)Examines cellular samples microscopically to detect minute abnormalities in cell sizes, shapes and color for evidence of cancer or other disease and illness.

Performs competency checks on new cytotechnologists, and annual reviews on Cytotech I’s.\n4)Receives specimens including blood, exudates, scrapings and other body materials and fluids, or assists physicians with collection of specimens directly from patient.

Identifies same according to established coding scheme and logs specimens, recording time, date, type and a variety of patient identification information.

Completes Quality Assurance Error Documentation Form for any discrepancies identified.\n5)Assists pathologist at patient bedside in fine needle aspiration procedures.

Cytotechnologist II’s determines cellular adequacy in Radiology on thyroid aspirations.\n6)Prepares specimen for examination using proper chemicals according to established procedures.

Responsible for maintaining quality control and ensuring compliance with CAP requirements.\n7)May prepare laboratory solutions and reagents for special procedures according to established Medical Solutions Allied Job ID #875999.

Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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