Cytology Technologist

Join Our Team at TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital!

We’re seeking a Cytology Technologist (ASCP-CT) to perform diagnostic evaluations of gynecological and non-gynecological specimens, including fine needle aspirations. This PRN/Optional, day-shift position with no weekend or holiday commitments .

Apply today and grow your career with a team that truly values you.

Location

• Good Samaritan Hospital at 375 Dixmyth Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220

Schedule

• PRN/Optional 80 hours bi-weekly
• Day Shift
• No weekends or holidays

Incentives & Benefits:

*For full-time or part-time, there is a comprehensive benefits package - including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement. For PRN/Optional, there is access to 401(k) and other benefits. Please view our benefits page https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits

Minimum Job Requirements

• Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program (Required)
• Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree (Required)
• 1 - 2 years’ experience in a related field (Required)
• CT (ASCP)

Job Responsibilities

• Assists physicians in the collection of fine needle aspirate when requested.
• Follows laboratory policies and procedures in providing quality patient care.
• Performs microscopic cytologic evaluation of GYN, non-GYN, and fine needle aspiration specimen in the identification of benign, malignant microbiologic, viral and other changes to determine pathologic condition.
• Prepares written cytopathologic diagnosis in standard pathologic terminology.
• Process and prepare a variety of cytologic specimens for cytologic evaluation.
• Staining and mounting of slides for evaluation.
• Determines whether cellular changes meet guidelines to necessitate referral to pathologist.
• Instructs laboratory and hospital professionals in proper collection methods and transportation of specimen.

Working Conditions:

Bending -

Climbing - Rarely

Concentrating - Consistently

Continuous Learning - Consistently

Hearing: Conversation - Frequently

Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently

Interpersonal Communication - Consistently

Kneeling - Rarely

Lifting <10 Lbs. - Occasionally

Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely

Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally

Pulling - Occasionally

Pushing - Occasionally

Reaching - Occasionally

Reading - Consistently

Sitting - Occasionally

Standing - Frequently

Stooping - Occasionally

Talking - Frequently

Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently

Use of Hands - Frequently

Color Vision - Frequently

Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently

Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently

Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve: ALWAYS...

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS...

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS...

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS...

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS...

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community