Travel Cytotechnologist
Washington, DC
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
5x8 hrs

The Cytotechnologist stains, mounts, and studies cells to detect evidence of cancer, hormonal abnormalities, and other pathological conditions following established standards and practices.

The Cytotechnologist coordinates and participates in specialized and complex technical tasks involved in screening slides of clinical specimens to detect evidence of abnormalities and pathological concerns.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and participates in specialized and complex technical tasks involved in screening slides of clinical specimens for evidence of cancer or other pathological conditions to include marking abnormalities, recording diagnoses and filing cases for subsequent review with pathologist
• Coordinates technical activities in the cytology preparatory laboratory and monitor day-to- day activities of the cytology laboratory
• Reviews patient history for each case; coordinates files of slides, diagnosis and laboratory reports
• Maintains files of teaching slides for cytology students
• Evaluates collected laboratory data and prepares reports setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations for conclusions
• Prepares work assignments ensuring adequate manning for performance of laboratory tasks
• Reviews work of lower level employees and assists in the training of new personnel
• Performs additional duties: cytopreparation, computer liaison, daily lab workflow coordination for cytoprep and screening
• Maintains effective laboratory operations by adhering to standards of specimen collection, preparation and laboratory safety
• Adjusts, maintains, or repairs laboratory equipment such as microscopes as required
• Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in biological science or related field preferred.
• One (1) 1 year of experience as a Cytotechnologist preferred.
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice 
• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site 
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements  
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required  
• Computer proficiency required 
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs 

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. 
About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.  
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.