Cytotechnologist

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.


Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Cytotechnologist, you will perform accurate microscopic screening and interpretation of gynecological and non-gynecological specimens so pathologists and clinicians can detect and identify cancerous and precancerous cellular changes, leading to optimal patient care and timely intervention. Your work directly provides clinicians with accurate results to assist them with optimal patient care.

Every day, you will meticulously evaluate gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens, using your expertise to detect, differentiate, and interpret the presence or absence of disease. You will be expected to diagnose negative gynecologic Pap cases, perform rapid on-site evaluations for fine needle aspirations, and resolve technical issues and discrepancies while maintaining absolute integrity in reporting results and ensuring compliance with all high-complexity testing requirements (CLIA and CAP).

To be successful in this role, you must possess advanced cytotechnological expertise for high-complexity testing, demonstrate exceptional analytical and microscopic interpretation skills, and exhibit a meticulous commitment to accuracy, regulatory compliance, and patient confidentiality.

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience

AFTER Sept 1, 1992:

• Opt 1: Bachelor degree in Cytology OR Opt 2: Bachelor degree in related science and 12 month in accredited Cytology program

BEFORE Before Sept 1, 1992:

• Opt 1: completed 2 years in an accredited institution and have 1 year training in an approved school of cytotechnology; Opt 2: 6 months formal training in an approved school and 6 months full-time experience.

Required Certifications

• AFTER Sept 1, 1992: Cytologist with American Society for Clinical Pathology (CT-ASCP)
• BEFORE Sept 1, 1992: Cytologist with American Society for Clinical Pathology (CT-ASCP) is preferred but not required.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

• Must be able to prioritize and organize assignments effectively. Must possess a high level of independence in their work. Must have a full understanding of laboratory technique and specialized methods