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Stanford Health Care Cytotechnologist - Cytology Lab - Full Time, Days (8HRS) in Palo Alto, California
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Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)
Department: Anatomic Pathology (Cytopathology)
Position: Cytologist
Location: Stanford Health Care (Palo Alto, CA)
WHY Join the Anatomic Pathology Lab with Stanford Healthcare? Our Cytologists serve in the Cytopathology department at the main campus of Stanford Health Care as well as at off-site Stanford Health Care locations.
• Changing the Future of the Anatomic Pathology Department: The Cytopathology Lab serves all patient populations at Stanford Health Care, Stanford Children’s Health, Stanford Health Care Clinics, and Stanford Health Care Affiliates. Cytologist at Stanford Health Care serve the community by providing elite patient care in their day-to-day workflows, working closely with, and playing a role in the education of residents, and interacting with world renown Pathologists’.
• Be Part of a Tight Knit Team: Our department is tight knit, collaborative and supportive as they provide top tier care for patients. The Cytopathology Lab in particular allows staff to think outside the box, collaborate closely with colleagues and trainees, and voice concerns to feel supported in and outside of their role.
• Opportunities to Grow: Cytologist in our Cytopathology Lab have access to:
o Attend annual conferences
o Annual education fund
o Opportunities to participate in departmental projects and CAP inspections
o Opportunities for growth to learn about other areas of the department
o Growth includes: Learning/utilizing advanced skillsets, working on process improvement projects, and preparing for career growth
This is a Stanford Health Care job.
A Brief Overview
Performs microscopic evaluations of cytologic specimens from various organs or organ systems. Evaluations include identifying and describing all pathologic cells and microorganisms, using the cytotechnologists education and experience to make fine distinctions between normal, abnormal and malignant cells that may result from conditions relative to cancer, pre-malignant changes, inflammation, infection, endocrine changes and changes caused by radiation and chemotherapeutic agents. The cytotechnologist is responsible for composing clear, concise, and accurate reports for each case examined and entering the reports in the laboratory information system. Assists physicians with preparation and evaluation of fine needle aspirates. Prepares specimens for microscopic evaluation.
Locations
Stanford Health Care
What you will do
Assists radiologist and other physicians in fine needle aspiration.
Complies with all applicable health and safety policies.
Participates in daily review of cases.
Participates in quality improvement projects as appropriate.
Participation in professionally oriented continuing education.
Performs microscopic evaluation of specimens and prepares computer generated reports for each specimen evaluated.
Performs other work related duties as assigned.
Specimen preparation and staining as appropriate.
Education Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability operate and maintain medical equipment and apparatuses
Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions and interpret results
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to learn new procedures and adapt to technological changes in the laboratory
Ability to organize, prioritize, multi-task, and adapt to changing priorities
Ability to perform tasks according to prescribed procedures
Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
Knowledge and technical proficiency in specialty areas assigned within the laboratory
Knowledge of infection prevention policies and procedures
Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility
Knowledge of mathematics general science and laboratory techniques
Licenses and Certifications
CYT and
ASCP - American Society for Clinical Pathologist
These principles apply to ALL employees:
SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience
Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.
You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:
Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $62.43 - $70.31 per hour
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
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