What are the responsibilities and job description for the CYTOTECHNOLOGIST-WDLF, WDL - CYTOLOGY (3016176001) position at Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories?
Come join our team of innovative and unparalleled lab and support staff!
Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories (WDL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network, which is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Patient care is our top priority, from test orders to transportation of specimens to reporting of test results. We perform over five million tests annually with test capabilities that match the largest labs in the world, providing expert academic care in every community. We combine our robust test directory and expert faculty and staff with compassionate patient care and unparalleled logistical support. WDL specializes in delivering comprehensive, clinical laboratory services to clients ranging from large tertiary care centers to small community practices.
We invite you to review the job posting below. If you meet the requirements and qualifications for this opportunity, you are encouraged to apply.
Thank you for considering a career with Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories!
Location: US:WI:MILWAUKEE at our WI DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORIES facility.
FTE: 0.001000
*1.0 FTE is Full-Time, any position less than 1.0 FTE is Part-Time, and .001 FTE is Casual*
*Positions with an "FTE" (full time equivalency) of .8 - 1.0 are eligible for full-time medical, dental and vision benefits. Positions with an "FTE" of .5 - .799 are eligible for part-time pro-rated medical, dental and vision benefits*
Shift: Shift 1
Summary:
The Cytotechnologist performs microbiological screenings on slides from various organs for identification of cellular abnormalities and/or infectious agents.
Responsibilities:
- Accurately screens and interprets cells from various organ types under the microscope.
- Performs screening duties in an efficient and productive manner, meeting the established departmental standards on a regular basis.
- Properly logs slide interpretations into the laboratory computer system, ensuring that all data and billing information is complete and accurate.
- Regularly maintains accurate records of daily slide totals and slide diagnosis.
- Ensures that all high risk/quality control and abnormal cases are properly distributed to supervisor or pathologist for review.
- Becomes certified in new cytologic technologies as they become available, i.e. AutoCyte prep.
- Retrieves all patient histories and pertinent slides for five year review on newly diagnosed high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions.
- Performs applicable individually assigned duties in a concise and orderly manner (these may include statistical review, updating procedures manuals, FNA tests, etc).
- Consistently completes daily/weekly maintenance on microscope and instrumentation scheduled within the laboratory.
- Participates in and successfully completes all competency and interlaboratory slide comparisons (PAP) as distributed by the College of American Pathologists (CAP). The specific department maintains records documenting and substantiating competency and/or improvement plans.
Other information:
1. Bachelor of Science Degree, which must include specific required course work as prescribed by the American Society of Cytology.
2. Successful completion of a one-year internship in Cytology.
3. CT Certification required.
Perks & Benefits at Wisconsin Diagnostic Labs
Wisconsin Diagnostics Labs Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:
- Paid Time Off
- Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
- Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
- Referral bonuses
- Retirement plan - 401K
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
- Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. As a federal contractor/subcontractor, we take affirmative action in employment based on race, sex, disability and status as a protected veteran. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 414-805-7500. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 414-805-7500. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.
