Cytotechnologist

Job DescriptionCytotechnologistGlenwood Springs, COContract – 13 weeks, possibility of extensionPay Rate - $80/hr ($20 – Stipend and $60/hr – taxable)Payrate Breakdown:Weekly Stipend - $20*40 = $800Weekly Taxable - $60*40 = $2400Gross Weekly - $800 + $2400 = $3200Shift - 5-8's Monday - FridayOvertime starts after - 40Overtime rate - $80 + $10 = $90/hrLooking for a Cytologist Traveler to work Monday -Friday to read PAPs and non-GYN slides. Molecular testing on PAP vials and grossing included in the position.GENERAL OBJECTIVES:Demonstrates technical skill in all aspects of cytology processing, preparation and staining.Able to screen an average of 40 – 80 slides per day.Assists in specimen collection as requested.Maintains computerized patient records.QUALIFICATIONS:Education:Graduate from an Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) accredited school of cytotechnology or other organization approved by Health and Human Services or must meet one of the other CAP qualifications for the Cytotechnologist position.Cytotechnologist CT (ASCP registration) is required.Associate degree is required; bachelor's degree is preferred.Experience:At least 2 years' experience as a CytotechnologistKnowledgeable of all aspects of the cytotechnology department.Screens average of 60 – 80 slides per day (limits set by CAP and Pathologist).Diagnosis is consistently within one grade of Pathologist or Consultant diagnosis.