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Cytology Technician
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Allina Health Laboratory

$3,140/week

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Position Details

Specialty: Laboratory
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Facility: Allina Health Laboratory
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 18 weeks

Job Description

Position/Specialty: Cytology Tech
Department Needs: GYN, Non-GYN, FNA, Rapid On-site Evaluation
Shifts:
- 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Experience Required: 1 year
First-timers Accepted: Yes
Weekend Requirement: None
Certifications Required: ASCP-CT
On-call Requirement: No
Floating: Possible rotation to United Hospital and/or Mercy Hospital
Block Schedule Accommodation: Yes
Local Candidates: Not accepted (100-mile radius)
Pending License Accepted: Yes
RTO Restrictions: Ideally no more than 5 days
Guaranteed Hours: Client may cancel up to 3 shifts without penalty

Special Requirements

Perform Robotic EBUS, regular EBUS, EUS, Rapid On-site Evaluation (ROSE), CT, Ultrasound
Experience in Inpatient Lab, Outpatient Lab, Ultrasound
Professional Knowledge/Skills Required: Specimen Labeling/Identification

Facility Highlights

Type of Facility: Short Term Acute Care
Magnet Status: Magnet / Teaching / Level III Trauma
Total Staffed Beds: 672
Scrub Color: Caribbean Blue
Charting System: Excellian/Epic
Parking Cost: Flat rate of $0.55/hour

Certifications and Competencies

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
BLS - Basic Life Support
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure
TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course
EFM - Electronic Fetal Monitoring
Tech Cert Verification - National
NPI Number - Required for PTs, OTs, and SLPs
Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam - Required
Competency Exam - Required

Health Documents

Physical Exam - Required within 12 months prior to start
Adult Tdap - Required
Negative TB or Chest X-Ray - Required
TB Questionnaire - Required annually
Drug Testing - Required within 1 year of start
Flu Seasonal Vaccination/Documentation - Required for 2024-25

Background Check

A criminal background check is required within a year of start date.

Additional Information

Candidates must complete the MN DHS Net Study Questionnaire immediately after signing their contract.
Allina Health is a Latex Free Facility.

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About Minneapolis, MN

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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Minneapolis is slightly higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living, especially in healthcare and nursing.

Weather

Average summer highs in Minneapolis range from 80-85°F, while winter lows can drop to 5-10°F.
Winters are cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Minneapolis, and they can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods and near healthcare facilities.

Transportation

Minneapolis is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
Public transportation is also available through buses and light rail, providing convenient options for getting around the city.

Demographics

Minneapolis is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
Common health issues include seasonal allergies, asthma, and obesity.
There is a large population of travel nurses in Minneapolis, making it a welcoming community for healthcare professionals.

Things to Do

Minneapolis offers a vibrant dining scene with a variety of cuisines, a rich cultural scene with theaters and art museums, a thriving music scene, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks, biking trails, and skiing in the winter at nearby areas like Hyland Hills Ski Area.

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