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Bon Secours Mercy Health

Cytotechnologist

Bon Secours Mercy Health, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214

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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) Benefits

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 other benefit offerings Equal Opportunity

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'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statements, please email recruitment@mercy.com. 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@mercy.com Seniority level

Entry level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Health Care Provider Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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