- Yes No 03 Do you possess two (2) years of full-time experience, or its equivalent, in a clinical laboratory performing cytological tests and analyses? Yes No 04 How many years of full-time, or its equivalent, experience do you have in a clinical laboratory performing cytological tests and analyses? None or less than two (2) years At least two (2) years but less than three (3) years At least three (3) years but less than four (4) years At least four (4) years but less than five (5) years Five (5) or more years 05 How many years of full-time, or its equivalent, experience do you have receiving specimen material and slides from wards and clinics? None or less than two (2) years At least two (2) years but less than three (3) years At least three (3) years but less than four (4) years At least four (4) years but less than five (5) years Five (5) or more years 06 How many years of full-time, or its equivalent, experience do you have assisting physicians in the preparation of slides for specialized procedures? None or less than two (2) years At least two (2) years but less than three (3) years At least three (3) years but less than four (4) years At least four (4) years but less than five (5) years Five (5) or more years 07 How many years of experience do you have examining smears of tissue for abnormalities of cell matter and/or screening to identify atypical cells? None or less than two (2) years At least two (2) years but less than three (3) years At least three (3) years but less than four (4) years At least four (4) years but less than five (5) years Five (5) or more years 08 I certify that I meet the announced minimum requirements for this examination and understand that I will be eliminated at any stage in such examination if it develops that, in fact I do not meet them.
I further certify that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and the application are true and I agree and understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will cause forfeiture of my rights to employment with Contra Costa County.
Cytotechnologist - Martinez, United States - Contra Costa County, CA
Description
Salary :
$91, $110,966.88 AnnuallyLocation : Martinez, CA
Job Type:
Permanent Full-Time
Job Number:
VFVB-2023ADepartment: Health Services - Only
Opening Date: 02/11/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
FLSA:
Determined by Position
Bargaining Unit:
TCThe Position
Bargaining Unit:
Local 85- Health Services Unit
CLOSING DATE:
Open Until FilledThe Board of Supervisors has authorized the following future salary increases: 5% on July 1, 20245% on July 1, 2025 Why Join Contra Costa Health? The Contra Costa Health Department is recruiting individuals to fill one (1) Cytotechnologist position located in the Clinical Laboratory Unit at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) located in Martinez, CA.
CCRMC is a full-service county hospital and offers a complete array of patient-centered healthcare services delivered in a beautiful facility.
If a philosophy of service and patient care is what interests you, then joining as a Cytotechnologist at CCRMC is for you The Cytotechnologist will examine smears of tissue for abnormalities of cell matter, will screen to identify atypical cells, will assist physicians in the preparation of slides for specialized procedures, will document the slide interpretation results of each gynecological and non-gynecological cytology case, and will contact other cytological labs to study abnormal smears.
We are looking for someone who is:
Able to draw meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data.
Able to work collaboratively in a team setting.
Strong in oral and written communication. Organized and has strong time management skills.
What you will typically be responsible for:
Receiving and accounting for specimen material and slides from wards and clinics.
Processing specimens and entering detailed information in laboratory records.
Staining and labeling slides for microscopic examinations.
Examining smears of tissue for abnormalities of cell matter.
A few reasons you might love this job:
You will work with a highly dedicated and diverse team of professionals.
You will have great support from management.
You will have the opportunity to strengthen your current skills.
You will be working within a fully operational Anatomic Pathology Department.
The County offers fantastic and competitive health benefits, paid vacation/sick/personal, a great retirement plan, and an easy commute Here's the link to review the Teamsters, Local 856 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to learn more:
A few challenges you might face in this job:You will face multiple deadlines and your time management will be challenged.
There will be multiple processes that you must learn and efficiently follow through.You may have to adapt to last-minute changes in order to follow and execute new goals for the unit.
Competencies Required:
Analyzing & Interpreting Data:
Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
Critical Thinking:
Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
Customer Focus:
Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
Delivering Results:
Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risksDisplaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective resultsLegal &
Regulatory Navigation:
Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulationsListening: Fully comprehending spoken communication
Manual Dexterity:
Using senses, hands, and fingers in manipulating objects quickly and efficiently
Oral Communication:
Engaging effectively in dialogueProfessional &
Technical Expertise:
Applying technical subject matter to the jobTeamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goalsThinking &
Acting Systematically:
Formulating objectives and priorities, and implementing plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization in a global environment To read the complete job description, please visit the website: The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months
Minimum Qualifications License Required:
A valid license as a Cytotechnologist issued by the State of California Department of Health
Experience:
Two (2) years of full-time experience, or its equivalent, in a clinical laboratory performing cytological tests and analyses.
PLEASE BE SURE TO ATTACH PROOF OF YOUR LICENSE TO YOUR APPLICATION Selection Process 1.
Application Filing and Evaluation:
All applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application, applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
2.Training and Experience Evaluation:
Candidates who clearly demonstrate that they possess the minimum qualifications will have their training and experience evaluated.
The responses to the supplemental questions, at the time of filing, will be evaluated to determine each candidate's relevant education, training, and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire.
(Weighted 100%)The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.
For recruitment questions, please contact Health Services Personnel, Recruitment Team at For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs' applicant support team for assistance at CONVICTION HISTORYAfter you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer.
If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances.
Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources Department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.DISASTER SERVICE WORKERAll Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect.
Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYIt is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to 01 The purpose of this supplemental questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their qualifications for this position and to assist in assessing each applicant's individual qualifications.
Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be used to evaluate your relevant experience and training to determine which applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
I read and fully understand the above instructions. Yes No 02 Do you possess a valid license as a Cytotechnologist issued by the State of California Department of Health?*Please attach proof of your license to your application.