Schedule Weekly Hours:

Gundersen Health System is looking to add a Cytotechnologist to our growing Pathology team.

What's Available:

• Fulltime - 72 hours biweekly (0.9 FTE)

• Day shifts, no weekends, holidays, or call required

• Minimum starting pay - $32.72 and up based on experience

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology from an accredited school of cytotechnology OR certified by a certification agency approved by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

• A copy of the applicant's/employee's diploma and/or transcript as confirmation of the education requirement must be provided at time of hire

• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Cytotechnologist Certification

• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory procedures

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues

What You'll Get:

• A work environment that supports you personally and professionally, and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated

• A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member

• Substantial retirement contribution including a 401k match & annual base contribution

• Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need

• Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and the Career Development Center

• Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more!

• Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States

Join our passionate team and make a difference in the daily lives of our patients while delivering Love + Medicine!. If you are motivated, skilled, and dedicated to delivering exceptional laboratory services, we would love to hear from you.

About Gundersen Health System:

Gundersen Health System is a physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system that includes a teaching hospital; community clinics; affiliate hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. We serve more than 500,000 residents throughout 19 counties throughout western Wisconsin, northeastern Iowa, and southeastern Minnesota. Our La Crosse, WI main campus is a 325-bed teaching hospital, tertiary referral center, and a Level II Trauma Center. Our mission is to deliver Love + Medicine every day to change lives in our communities and enrich the lives of our employees.

The Cytotechnologist is responsible for the screening and reporting of negative gynecological cytology cases, and identifying and referring abnormal cases to the pathologist. They are also responsible for the screening of non-gynecological specimens for the identification of abnormalities prior to the pathologist examination of the specimen. The cytotechnologist also maintains accurate quality control and quality assurance records.

Major Responsibilities:

1. Microscopically screen slides to assess adequacy and distinguish varying degrees of atypia, dysplasia and malig-nancy.

2. Has working knowledge of the Bethesda System reporting system.

3. Understands and complies with the requirements of all regulating agencies, including maintaining records of daily activities and number of hours and slides screened.

4. Must participate in and demonstrate satisfactory performance in a proficiency testing program in gynecological cytopathology approved by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

5. Assists with FNA procedures and carries out specimen preparation, adequacy evaluation and initial screening.

6. Seeks opportunities for continuing education and the proper documentation of such activities.

7. Uses EPIC to verify appointment information and other pertinent information required for patient care.

8. Works independently exercising decision making skills as well as working as a member of a health care team 9. Performs other job-related responsibilities as requested.

Education and Learning:

REQUIRED

Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology from an accredited school of cytotechnology OR certified by a certification agency approved by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). A copy of the applicant's/employee's diploma and/or transcript as confirmation of the education requirement must be provided at time of hire.

Work Experience:

REQUIRED

No experience required.

DESIRED

1 year experience

License and Certifications:

REQUIRED

American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Cytotechnologist Certification

Age Specific Population Served:

Infant (less than 1 year)

Pediatric (1 - 12 years)

Adolescent (13 - 17 years)

Adult (18 - 64 years)

Geriatric (65 years & older)

OSHA Category:

Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.

Environmental Conditions:

Exposed to infectious diseases.

Subject to hazards.

Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:

Sitting Continually (67-100% or 8 hours)

Repetitive Actions - Fine Manipulation Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)

Push/Pull (Static Force) Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Number of lbs 25-50

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267

Equal Opportunity Employer