Travel Cytotechnologist - $2,606 per week

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel Cytotechnologist for a travel job in Tyler, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Cytotechnologist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date: 03/10/2025 Duration: 12 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel  Travel: Cytologist SHIFT: M-F 8A-4:30P   **Must have at least 2 years of experience and be proficient in non-GYN along with normal GYN screening**   Summary: Follows established standard practices: Prepares and stains microscopic slides from specimens of blood, tissue scrapings, and body fluids. Examines cells of the human body to detect evidence of cancer, abnormalities, and other pathological conditions. Categories slides, records classification, compiles listings of patients for follow-up analysis, and reports all unusual cell structures or abnormalities to the Pathologist. Addresses all daily operations of the cytology laboratory.   Responsibilities:   Meets expectations of the applicable One*** Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Customer Service Enters patient information, orders, and technical information into LIS. Within acceptable TAT guidelines, devises and directs performance of routine and special stains to provide appropriate slides for the microscopic evaluation of tissues, fluids, and other cytopathology specimens. Operates staining equipment, ThinPrep equipment, coverslippers and other AP equipment to provide quality slides for examinations. Performs manual stains, as needed, to provide quality slides for examinations. Assists Pathologists with fine needle aspirations. Using the microscope and stained slides, identifies and mark all unusual findings in the specimen using accepted morphologic criteria. Examines and evaluates the cell sample for the presence or absence of normal/abnormal cellular patterns; assesses malignant, pre-malignant, inflammatory, and benign changes. Refers to cellular changes that meet guidelines for supervisor and/or pathologist review. Quality Control / Improvement: performs analysis and records QC according to policy and procedure following CLIA, CAP, and Joint Commission guidelines and standards. Maintenance/Lab Management: performs established daily and periodic preventative maintenance with documentation; troubleshoots minor problems and initiates service calls as needed; orders and restocks supplies/reagents; reviews policy & procedure manual; dates reagents and discards expired reagents. Continuing Education/Development: attends, reads, or listens by tape to material of 10-12 in-house educational programs yearly; trains new staff in practices Completes tasks or special projects within the time frame as assigned, or as requested by Supervisors, Managers, or Directors. Accreditation: follows CAP, AABB, Compliance, CLIA, JCAHO, and OSHA standards and prepares/participates in all applicable inspections. Follows established protocols for safety, infection control, security, compliance, and the use of hazardous materials.   Job Requirements:   Education/Skills Bachelors degree in science or equivalent required Experience 1-2 years of experience required 2-3 years of experience in high complexity testing in an acute care hospital setting preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Cytotechnologist (ASCP) or eligible Must obtain Annual Membership (current) with certification agency   Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM-4:30PM   Work Type: Full Time      Talent Burst Job ID #. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: 11101 - Travel: Cytologist About TalentBurst, Inc TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape. Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive. Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement. 

Created: 2025-02-21