Cytotechnologist | Cytology Lab | Variable | PRN

Perform specialized and complex technical tasks involved in screening slides of clinical specimens to detect evidence of cancer or other pathological conditions. Responsibilities: Under the direction of a Pathologist, in this role the Cytotechnologist will perform the following job duties: Responsible for the fixation, preparation and quantitative and qualitative analysis of human cell samples.

Overview:

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Responsibilities:

Under the direction of a Pathologist, in this role the Cytotechnologist will perform the following job duties:

• Responsible for the fixation, preparation and quantitative and qualitative analysis of human cell samples.

• Record keeping and documentation of daily work, diagnostic results and quality control.

• Perform specialized and complex technical tasks involved in screening slides of clinical specimens to detect evidence of cancer or other pathological conditions. These samples include GYN, Non-GYN and Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens collected from all anatomic sites.

• Provide excellent customer service.

Schedule

FTE: .10

Shift Hours: Variable

Days of Week: Variable

Qualifications:

Required Education: Bachelor's degree

Preferred Education: Completion of formal training at an accredited school of cytotechnology or college degree in related area.

Necessary Skills:

1. Good verbal and written communication skills
2. Ability to prioritize tasks and organize workflow
3. Requires excellent decision making skills
4. Must be detailed oriented
5. Must be able to handle stressful situations in a professional manner
6. Knowledge of disease process represented in cells

Required Licensure/Certifications: Florida Cytotechnologist License

Preferred Licensure/Certifications: Florida Clinical Laboratory Supervisor License in Cytology

Required Experience: Less than one year

Preferred Experience: 1-2 years of experience in cytotechnology