Cytotechnologist
Baltimore, Maryland
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore

Job Opportunity: Cytotechnologist (Cyto Tech) - Travel/Contract

Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Specialty: Laboratory (Cytotechnologist)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Description

• Work at two locations: 2 days at Northwest Hospital and 3 days at Sinai Hospital.
• Average workload: 7-15 specimens per day.
• Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
• Responsibilities include:

  • Providing adequacy checks for FNA EBUS/ION performed in the OR at Northwest Hospital.
  • Assisting with FNA procedures in various hospital areas at Sinai.
  • Slide screening.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in inpatient labs.
• ASCP-CT certification required.
• Accepts first-time travelers.
• Locals are welcome.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not required (accepts first-time travelers).

Certifications & Competencies

• ASCP-CT certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA Provider Certification or equivalent.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA Provider Certification or equivalent.
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit specifics (e.g., PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, CPI).
• Unit-specific competency exams, including medication and dysrhythmia/EKG competency exams, may be required.
• Pass/Fail testing (EKG/Medication) with strict retake policies.
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement.
• State License verification and NURSYS verification (if applicable).

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year confirming ability to perform essential job functions.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year.
• Up-to-date immunizations including:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer).
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or signed declination).
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer).
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season.
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start.
• Respirator fit test (for clinical staff; completed onsite).
• Annual TB questionnaire.
• Background checks including education verification, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and others as required.
• Employment verification for last 7 years (2 workplaces).

Additional Information

• Must complete facility-specific documents such as consent to release information, time and attendance policy, and floating policy.
• Stroke and Trauma CEUs may be required depending on unit assignment.
• Candidate must review and comply with hand hygiene policy.
• References: 2 professional references within 2 years of start required for travel assignments.
• Skills checklist and work history verification required.
• Radiation badge provided by facility if applicable.

Summary

This is a travel contract position for a Cytotechnologist with a minimum of 3 years inpatient lab experience and ASCP-CT certification. The role involves working at two hospital locations with responsibilities including adequacy checks and slide screening. First-time travelers are accepted, and a variety of certifications, health screenings, and compliance documents are required prior to start. The contract length is approximately 14 weeks.