Cytotechnologist

Summary

Who We Are

St. Joseph's/Candler is rich in history and heritage. Its anchor institutions, St. Joseph's Hospital and Candler Hospital, are two of the oldest continuously operating hospitals in the nation. As such, both have been a part of the Savannah landscape and culture for a combined history of more than 350 years. In 1997, the two legendary hospitals and their various entities developed a joint operating agreement, creating the largest health system in Southeast Georgia and the South Carolina Low Country.

What you’ll do:

• Responsible for identifying and marking diagnostic cells on slides. 
• As the primary identifier of cells that are suspicious or positive for malignancy, collaborates with the pathologist on the final diagnosis in these cases. 
• Procedures are performed on specimens from adult, adolescent and geriatric patients. 
• Performs the work with speed and accuracy. 
• Keeps abreast of advancements made in Cytology and reflects current legal, ethical and professional standards in all areas of responsibility. 
• Must have basic knowledge of histologic techniques such as cell blocks and special stains that might assist in making an accurate diagnosis.

Our Requirements:

• Graduate of an approved school of cytotechnology
• Knowledge of procedures, policies and practices that can be obtained through specific education and/or training. 
• No previous experience required