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Cytotechnologist 2 - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Assistance
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Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of diverse individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your diversity of culture, thinking, learning, and leading is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.Organization:
CytopathologyJob Summary:
Performs microscopic detection and diagnosis of cancer, premalignant changes, and other non-neoplastic diseases, and assists with fine needle aspiration procedures under occasional guidance. Responsible for the accurate performance of laboratory tests and other duties in a manner that complies with all approved protocols. Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assure accurate and reliable clinical outcomes.The VUMC Cytopathology Department is in need of a
Cytotechnologist 2
to join the team! This position will primarily be at The Vanderbilt Clinic but will rotate at both The Vanderbilt Clinic and the new Metro Center lab.Department Summary:Our new 110,000-square-foot diagnostic core laboratory supports the needs of Vanderbilt University Medical Center's inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, regional hospitals, and extramural practice customers. Located five miles north of the 21st Avenue Nashville campus, the laboratory has expanded capacity to bring more testing to Vanderbilt, deploy innovative technology, improve patient care, and enhance team collaboration. The laboratory offers an expanded test menu supporting routine and specialized testing and aims to become the preferred reference laboratory provider in the southeast region.Shift:
Monday - Friday - 1st shiftSign-On Bonus Requirements:
The sign-on bonus is not applicable to current VUMC staff or former staff who have worked for VUMC in the past twelve months. The sign-on bonus is only available for full-time positions.Key Responsibilities:Provides patient-focused care in a clinical setting through the accurate microscopic evaluation of cell samples from gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens to enable a diagnosis and assists with fine needle aspiration collection.Actively participates in compliance and quality management activities on a daily basis and special projects as indicated.Effectively uses laboratory computer programs and medical center applications according to laboratory policies and procedures.The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.Consideration may be given to candidates that can obtain certification within 120 days, in accordance with state guidelines.Technical Capabilities:Patient Evaluation (Novice):
Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate the ability to conduct a patient evaluation in practical applications of moderate difficulty.Diagnostic Testing (Novice):
Demonstrates proficiency of diagnostic testing in practical applications.Mentoring & Coaching (Novice):
Constructively trains and mentors others by providing positive direction and feedback.Specimen Collection (Novice):
Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate specimen collection in practical applications of moderate difficulty.Quality Assurance (Novice):
Has provided continuous analysis and evaluation of assignment work processes, constantly striving for improvement.Core Accountabilities:Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.Position Qualifications:Certifications:
Cytotechnologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)Work Experience:
Relevant Work ExperienceExperience Level:
Less than 1 yearEducation:
Bachelor'sVanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled
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Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of diverse individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your diversity of culture, thinking, learning, and leading is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.Organization:
CytopathologyJob Summary:
Performs microscopic detection and diagnosis of cancer, premalignant changes, and other non-neoplastic diseases, and assists with fine needle aspiration procedures under occasional guidance. Responsible for the accurate performance of laboratory tests and other duties in a manner that complies with all approved protocols. Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assure accurate and reliable clinical outcomes.The VUMC Cytopathology Department is in need of a
Cytotechnologist 2
to join the team! This position will primarily be at The Vanderbilt Clinic but will rotate at both The Vanderbilt Clinic and the new Metro Center lab.Department Summary:Our new 110,000-square-foot diagnostic core laboratory supports the needs of Vanderbilt University Medical Center's inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, regional hospitals, and extramural practice customers. Located five miles north of the 21st Avenue Nashville campus, the laboratory has expanded capacity to bring more testing to Vanderbilt, deploy innovative technology, improve patient care, and enhance team collaboration. The laboratory offers an expanded test menu supporting routine and specialized testing and aims to become the preferred reference laboratory provider in the southeast region.Shift:
Monday - Friday - 1st shiftSign-On Bonus Requirements:
The sign-on bonus is not applicable to current VUMC staff or former staff who have worked for VUMC in the past twelve months. The sign-on bonus is only available for full-time positions.Key Responsibilities:Provides patient-focused care in a clinical setting through the accurate microscopic evaluation of cell samples from gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens to enable a diagnosis and assists with fine needle aspiration collection.Actively participates in compliance and quality management activities on a daily basis and special projects as indicated.Effectively uses laboratory computer programs and medical center applications according to laboratory policies and procedures.The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.Consideration may be given to candidates that can obtain certification within 120 days, in accordance with state guidelines.Technical Capabilities:Patient Evaluation (Novice):
Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate the ability to conduct a patient evaluation in practical applications of moderate difficulty.Diagnostic Testing (Novice):
Demonstrates proficiency of diagnostic testing in practical applications.Mentoring & Coaching (Novice):
Constructively trains and mentors others by providing positive direction and feedback.Specimen Collection (Novice):
Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate specimen collection in practical applications of moderate difficulty.Quality Assurance (Novice):
Has provided continuous analysis and evaluation of assignment work processes, constantly striving for improvement.Core Accountabilities:Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.Position Qualifications:Certifications:
Cytotechnologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)Work Experience:
Relevant Work ExperienceExperience Level:
Less than 1 yearEducation:
Bachelor'sVanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled
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