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Career opportunities at VillageMD and our operating companies
We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying the complexities of health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.
And now we’re proud to say we’re part of the VillageMD family.
VillageMD, through its operating companies, provides high-quality, accessible health care services for individuals and communities across the United States, with primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serving patients in traditional practice settings, in patients’ homes and online appointments.
Committed to serving all patients and working with all payers, VillageMD consistently innovates value-based care, bringing integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to its owned and affiliated practices, ensuring high-quality care, better patient outcomes and a reduction in the total cost of care. Through and other practices, VillageMD serves millions of patients throughout their lives, wherever and whenever they need care. Its dedicated workforce of more than 20,000 operates from 770 practice locations and 26 markets.
Why become a Villager?
When you work at VillageMD, or a VillageMD operating company, you are part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. What makes us different is our village of supportive and inspiring peers who want a meaningful career with impact. The work we do is changing the lives of our patients, our communities, and each other. Together, we are creating better outcomes for all.
We’re reimagining health care with a primary care-led, value-based care model. Here, you will be part of a team delivering the care we want to see in the world. It is what drives us to knock down old barriers in health care because every patient, every person and every community deserves better care. Here, you will be at the center of our mission. Your voice will be heard, and you will feel empowered to do what’s best and right for our patients, communities, and each other. To learn more about VillageMD visit our corporate site .
Job Description
Summit Health is looking for a per diem Cytotechnologist to join the team! The Schedule we are looking to fill is on the weekends, 8a-4:30p.
Essential Job functions:
Screens and signs out all negative gyn cytology specimens according to standard operating procedure. Considers comparative data of lab-wide results.
Screens all non-gyn specimens according to standard operating procedure for the pathologist to review and sign out.
Performs testing and other tasks using sound judgement and evaluation; maintains appropriate turn-around-times.
Assists in troubleshooting problems with office and lab staff.
Practices quality control measures to ensure reliable results and compliance with all regulatory agencies.
Knowledgeable in other SMG information systems in order to obtain clinical information (eg: TouchWorks).
Performs all instrument maintenance and documents appropriately.
Shares responsibility for the integrity of the LIS with the supervisor, lab manager and systems analyst.
Knowledgeable of the computer downtime procedures and participates when they are implemented.
Integrates consult and reference lab reports in Orchard LIS.
Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed, although not directly assigned, that are within the scope of ability.
Successfully completes annual proficiency test as outlined by CMS (score of 90% or higher).
Participates in peer educational program in gyn and non-gyn cytology.
Operates prep instruments and coverslipper in order to prep specimens when necessary.
Knowledge of maintenance and quality control procedures for SurePath processor, centrifuge and Leica coverslipper.
Knowledge of the registration process (Orchard) in order to access cases and prints worksheets and labels when necessary.
Assists at the collection of fine needle aspirates.
Maintains acceptable turnaround time for all case types.
Prepares reagents as needed.
Assists in problem resolution.
Maintains inventory to include sufficient volume and viable expiration dates.
General Job functions:
Other job duties as required
Environmental Risks:
Chemicals, Chemotherapy and Fumes
Sharps
Latex
Physical Job Requirements:
Physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account
Dexterity of hands and fingers
Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking)
Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required
5+ years experience required.
CT (ASCP) required. SCT (ASCP) preferred
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required
Ability to use critical thinking skills; develop, plan, and organize successful projects required
Demonstrates the ability to function autonomously and is an independent decision-maker required
Demonstrates effectiveness as a group leader and participant and the ability to collaborate with multiple members of the health care and administrative leadership team
Travel:
Travel to satellite locations as needed
Pay Range $53/hr to $57/hr
The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.
Total Rewards at VillageMD
Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.
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