Cytotechnologist - Torrey Pines
Job Description
This is a full-time day shift Monday to Friday position, with rotating Tuesday to Saturday work weeks (and rotating 3-day weekends). Located in Torrey Pines.
Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.
Why join Scripps Health?
AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE:
* Selected as one of the 100 Best Places to Work for 2024 by Fortune Magazine and the Great Place to Work Institute for the 16th time. A remarkable achievement as only five healthcare organizations nationwide made the list, and Scripps is the sole healthcare provider in California to be recognized.
* Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
* Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
* Ranked 78th in 2023 PEOPLE Companies that Care.
* Ranked 95th in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for 2023
Why join this team?
Our cytology team is key in evaluating patient samples from the five Scripps hospitals to determine next steps in treatment and care. Cytotechnologists screen non-gyn and gyn samples, perform adequacy for thyroid and staging EBUS procedures and work closely with Scripps pathologists. This position encompasses a full hospital experience with close interaction with hospital procedures and staff.
Responsibilities include:
* Microscopic examination of Hologic Imaged gynecologic samples.
* Examination of non-gynecologic samples in a hospital setting.
* Perform adequacy for thyroid and staging EBUS procedures.
* Attend and assist pathologists with procedures as needed.
* Demonstrate behaviors that support organizational goals of cost-effective, high quality patient care services through leadership, professional and technical competence utilizing the appropriate resources.
Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:
* Successful completion of a 12 month CAHEA accredited cytotechnology program.
* Accurately screens GYN and Non-Gyn samples.
Required Certification/Registration:
* California license as a Cytotechnologist.
* Possession of Specialist certification from ASCP, NCA, or other accredited agency.
Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:
* Bachelors degree in life science from an accredited college preferred or equivalent experience.
Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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