Northwestern Medicine · 3 weeks ago
Cytotechnologist-Part-time Days
Winfield, IL
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelNorthwestern Medicine is a leader in the healthcare industry, committed to a patient-first approach. The Cytotechnologist will perform microscopic examinations of gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides for disease processes while adhering to the organization's values and regulatory standards.
Emergency MedicineHealth CareHospitalMedicalNutritionRehabilitation
Responsibilities
Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance
Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers. Addresses questions and concerns promptly, or identifies appropriate person and resources to do so. Provides directions or help to patients and customers with finding their way
Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur
Demonstrates teamwork by helping co-workers within and across departments. Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions and styles, acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others
Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently
Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time
Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement
Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services we provide
Demonstrates the ability to perform cytology screening on all specimens submitted for cytology using the 2001 Bethesda terminology
Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Utilizes critical thinking skills to successfully demonstrate the ability to prioritize and complete work quickly as the needs of the department change
Performs all aspects of daily work in a manner that contributes to and ensures an environment of patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors
Is customer oriented and able to communicate and work effectively with all levels of staff, as well as co-workers. Answers department telephone in a polite manner, communicating messages appropriately and clearly to all staff members
Demonstrates a willingness to support co-workers; voluntarily pitches in. Willing to mentor and train new staff. Acts as an integral member of the team
Communicates appropriately and clearly with all. Maintains a good working relationship within the department and other ancillary departments. Demonstrates a positive attitude
Handles stressful situations in a mature and professional manner
Has the ability to prioritize and re-prioritize workflow and maintain an organized workspace
Documentation meets current standards and policies. Provides documentation that is timely, accurate, up to date, complete and legible
Daily documenting of interpretations to include the total number of slides screened and the total number of hours spent screening
Participates in professional growth and development activities and shares knowledge from continuing education programs with co-workers
Maintains regulatory requirements. (i.e. continuing education, ASCP, proficiency testing)
Seeks out and obtains learning opportunities
Attends annual review and departmental staff meetings
Demonstrates basic keyboard and computer skills to operate industry specific software used in Anatomic Pathology, Outlook (e-mail & calendar) and MS Word
Proficient in the use of standard office equipment and computer
Performs miscellaneous typing, filing and copying. Manages and operates office equipment safety and correctly
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Graduation from an accredited school of Cytology per CAAHEP in collaboration with CPRC/ASC
Must obtain Cytotechnologist (CT) (ASCP) certification within 1 year of hire date
Individual must meet requirements for performing high complexity testing as defined by federal licensing guidelines (CLIA) and accreditation agencies (TJC,CAP)
Preferred
Liquid based Cytology training/certification: ThinPrep
Benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Loan forgiveness
401(k) matching
Lifecycle benefits
Company
Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern Medicine is the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine around a strategic vision to transform the future of health care.
Founded in 1972
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25M2018-06-26Grant· $25M
Leadership Team
Howard Chrisman, MD
President and CEO
John A. Orsini, CPA
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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