Cytologist

1103 Team Member Services; United States; On-site; USD 43,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Bonus

Job summary

1103 Team Member Services seeks a Cytology Technologist to perform handling of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens, including slide preparation and rapid on-site evaluation. This role requires meticulous attention to staining, slide preparation, and communication of results in English.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Cytology (Master’s preferred), 3+ years of relevant experience, and familiarity with regulatory standards in a CLIA-certified lab.

Qualifications

• Technical skills related to processing, staining, and cover-slipping cytology specimens.
• Ability to read and interpret slides and communicate results effectively in English.
• Knowledge of cytology regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist pathologist and radiologist during sample preparation and evaluation.
• Perform microscopic evaluation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens.
• Maintain adherence to safety, PPE, and infection control policies.

Skills

Cytology processing

Microscopic evaluation

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cytology

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Cytology lab equipment

Job description

Benefits

Benefits from Day One:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time Shift: Day (United States of America)

Monday - Friday 8am to 4:30pm

Location

Address: 601 E ROLLINS ST City: ORLANDO State: Florida Postal Code: 32803

Location: 2855 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32804

Job Description

Sign On Bonus $10,000 for eligible candidates Relocation Bonus $3,000 for eligible candidates

• Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling.
• Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies.
• May include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment.
• Performs microscopic evaluation and reporting of negative gynecological cytology preparations.
• Evaluates and formulates an opinion for the pathologist on abnormal gynecological thin layer, non-gynecological, and fine needle aspiration slide preparations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technical skills related to processing, staining, and cover-slipping, including the handling and microscopic evaluation of gynecologic thin layer, irreplaceable fine needle aspirations, and fluid specimens
• Ability to assist Pathologist, Radiologist, or Endoscopist in the slide preparation and collection of samples for ancillary testing during fine needle aspirate procedures, and perform RAPID on-site evaluation of adequacy
• Knowledge of all applicable regulatory and accreditation standards, rules, and guidelines such as State, and related agencies, as well as adherence to Corporate Compliance Plans
• Ability to read text and numbers, and effectively communicate verbally and in written form in English with patients, staff, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner
• Ability to comprehend, measure, reason, match, and problem solve

Education

Bachelor's [Required] Master's [Preferred] Field of Study: Successful completion of a CAAHEP accredited cytology or cytotechnology program OR certified by a certification agency approved by HHS OR qualified and served as a cytotechnologist in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December, 28, 2024. Required Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.

Work Experience

3+ years experience [Preferred]

Additional Information

N/A

Licenses and Certifications

N/A

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements -https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range

$31.55 - $58.69

Background Screening Requirement

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Equal Opportunity Statement

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.