Cytotechnologist
Vancouver, Washington
PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Cyto Tech

Location: Vancouver, Washington
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day (5x8 hours), 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Hours per Week: 40

Job Description

• Seeking a Cytotechnologist with non-gynecological experience.
• Familiarity with Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) and Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) procedures for adequacy is required.
• Must have 3 years of recent experience in the specialty.
• First-time travelers are accepted.
• Local candidates are also considered.
• Must be available to start ASAP (specific start date was Wednesday 5/27).

Required Qualifications

• Cytotechnologist with at least 3 years of experience.
• Experience in cytotechnology within the last year.
• Non-gynecological cytotechnology experience.
• Familiarity with Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) procedures for adequacy.
• Familiarity with Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) procedures for adequacy.

Certifications & Training

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA, MTN, or Canadian AHA accepted).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification if applicable to the unit.
• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules and quizzes with a 100% score prior to start.
• Color Blind Testing is required.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start.
• Fit mask test is not required for Cytotechnologists.
• Required immunizations or documented immunity including:

  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) immunity or declination
  • Varicella immunity or declination
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine or declination
• Negative TB test (IGRA or 2 PPDs) within 1 year or negative chest x-ray if positive TB history.
• Drug testing within 30 days of start covering required panels.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved declination during flu season (Nov 1 – Mar 31).
• COVID-19 vaccine religious exemption forms if applicable.

Background & Compliance

• Background check required within 60 days of start (7-year search including SSN trace, counties/states lived/worked, federal and national criminal checks).
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks must be run 15 days prior to start and every 45 days thereafter.
• Social Security verification required; candidates may start pending this if I-9 and eVerify are on file.
• Education verification of highest degree related to specialty required.
• Washington State Patrol check must be run within 90 days prior to start for placements in Washington.

Orientation & Facility Policies

• Must review and comply with facility orientation manual, daily responsibilities, dress code, masking policy, and workplace violence prevention plan prior to start.
• Must complete and pass orientation quizzes with 100% score in WorkRamp.
• Must complete and bring traveler orientation checklist on first day.
• Passport-style photo with white or gray background required for badge.
• ID badge and parking forms must be completed prior to start.
• Personnel restrictions due to illness policy must be reviewed.
• N95 fit testing will be completed onsite if providing patient care and facial hair must be clean-shaven when using N95 masks.

Additional Notes

• Truncated compliance is in effect.
• Remote workers have some exemptions (e.g., fit mask test not required).
• Candidates unable to complete Respiratory Safety Clearance may submit state-specific medical respirator questionnaires.
• Must complete all required facility-specific documentation and forms prior to start.

This position offers a structured day shift with a 13-week travel contract in a hospital setting requiring specialized cytotechnology skills and compliance with comprehensive credentialing and health requirements.