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Cytotechnologist, Float

Primary Location Portland, Oregon Schedule Full-time Shift Day Salary $48.31 - $56.12 / hour
Job Number 1344093 Date posted 05/05/2025
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Job Summary:

To perform screening tests which aid physicians in diagnosis and treatment of cancer and other disease. These tests are complex, require the use of professional judgement and are performed under the indirect supervision of a pathologist. This is a FLOAT position - Airport Way (AWL) is the home base with 20%-40% travel time to Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center (KSMC) and Kaiser Westside Medical Center (KWMC).

Essential Responsibilities:


  • Examine cells microscopically and using professional judgement, detect cancer and other conditions on Pap smears and fluids from various body sites. Prepare written diagnostic reports and make recommendation for further evaluation or treatment. Meets minimum screening standard set for department.

  • Perform QC procedures and document according to procedure.

  • Review retrospective slide QCs as determined by Department Director. Correlate results with findings from pathology

  • Document screening time, in compliance with regulatory requirements.

  • Participate in teleconferences, CAP PAP PTS and multi-level scope sessions and other educational opportunities provided to maintain microscopic skills and screening parameters.

  • Perform duties for FNA adequacy assessment.
Basic Qualifications:

Experience


  • N/A


Education


  • Completion of approved structured program in cytology or equivalent knowledge as defined by Federal/State Regulations.

  • High school diploma or GED.


License, Certification, Registration


  • Drivers License (in location where applicable)



  • Cytotechnologist Certificate from American Society for Clinical Pathologists


Additional Requirements:


  • Operation and basic maintenance of microscope.

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Demonstrated verbal and written command of the English language.

  • Access to reliable transportation during scheduled shifts for travel to KSMC and KWMC


Preferred Qualifications:


  • Minimum five (5) years microscope work as a Cytotechnologist, including Gyn and Non-Gyn.

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Ability to prioritize and organize.

  • Evidence of continuing education.

  • Willingness to present interesting cases or other areas of expertise in a classroom setting.

  • Knowledge and skills sufficient to provide technical instructions on problems and advise others on cytologic techniques.

  • Data entry skills.

  • Bachelors degree in cytology or biological science field.


Notes:



  • M-F rotating weekends and holidays

Primary Location: Oregon,Portland,Airport Way Regional Laboratory Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Day Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun Working Hours Start: 08:00 AM Working Hours End: 04:30 PM Job Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Onsite Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: W04|AFT|Local 5017 Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: NW Regional Lab - Pathology/Lab-Cytology - 1008 Pay Range: $48.31 - $56.12 / hour Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

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