Cytology Technologist

University of Miami; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

The University of Miami's UHealth Laboratories Anatomic Pathology Operations Department seeks a Cytology Technologist to work full-time on-site in Miami, FL. The Cytotechnologist is responsible for the microscopic evaluation of cytology specimens to detect cellular abnormalities, including precancerous, cancerous, and infectious conditions, contributing to high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include assisting with FNA procedures, documenting findings in the LIS, and ensuring CAP/CLIA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a relevant field.
• Completion of an accredited Cytotechnology program.
• Florida licensure as a Cytology Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Screen and interpret cytology specimens using established diagnostic criteria.
• Identify abnormal cells and refer cases to the pathologist as required.
• Evaluate slides and ensure optimal specimen quality.
• Document findings in LIS with turnaround time expectations.
• Assist with FNA procedures and adequacy assessments.
• Maintain CAP/CLIA/state regulatory compliance.
• Participate in QC/QA and ongoing education.
• Operate and troubleshoot cytology instruments.
• Adhere to safety and confidentiality policies.
• May be expanded to include additional duties as needed.

Skills

Microscopic evaluation

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication & teamwork

Quality & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Cytotechnology program

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

The UHealth Laboratories Anatomic Pathology Operations Department is seeking a Cytology Technologist to work full-time, on-site in Miami, FL. The Cytotechnologist is responsible for the microscopic evaluation of cytology specimens to detect cellular abnormalities, including precancerous, cancerous, and infectious conditions. This role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to regulatory standards, and the ability to work collaboratively within the laboratory team to ensure high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Screen and interpret cytology specimens (gynecologic and non-gynecologic) using established diagnostic criteria.
• Identify abnormal or atypical cells and refer cases to the pathologist as required by laboratory protocols.
• Evaluate cytology slides, ensuring optimal specimen quality.
• Review, document, and report findings accurately in the LIS.
• Assist with FNA procedures, including specimen collection, adequacy assessments, and slide preparation.
• Maintain compliance with CAP, CLIA, and state regulations.
• Participate in cytology QC/QA programs, including rescreens, proficiency testing, and continuing education.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot cytology instruments and equipment.
• Adhere to all safety, infection control, and confidentiality policies.
• This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
• Completion of an accredited Cytotechnology program.

Certification and Licensing

• Valid State of Florida Clinical Laboratory Technologist license required

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience screening both GYN and non-GYN cytology cases.
• Experience assisting with or interpreting FNA adequacy assessments.
• Familiarity with molecular testing workflows (e.g., HPV, ThyroSeq, etc.).
• Strong computer skills and experience using laboratory information systems.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent microscopic evaluation skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and manage workload efficiently
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Commitment to quality, compliance, and patient care

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

• Perform microscopic evaluation and interpretation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens, including fine needle aspiration (FNA) material, body fluids, and exfoliative samples.
• Conduct primary screening and rescreening of cytology slides in compliance with hospital policies, CAP guidelines, CLIA regulations, and state requirements.
• Provide Rapid On-Site Evaluation (ROSE) for FNA procedures using telecytology platforms in collaboration with pathologists, including real-time slide review, specimen triage, and communication of adequacy assessments to procedural teams.
• Prepare, stain, and assess cytology specimens using appropriate manual and automated techniques.
• Accurately document findings, adequacy assessments, and results in the laboratory information system (LIS) within established turnaround times.
• Correlate cytologic findings with clinical information, imaging, and histopathologic findings when available.
• Identify, elevate, and appropriately communicate abnormal, suspicious, or malignant findings in accordance with departmental and institutional protocols.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control activities, including discrepancy review, proficiency testing, and continuous performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, including CAP, CLIA, and hospital policies.
• Maintain compliance with laboratory safety, infection control, and specimen handling requirements.
• Collaborate with pathologists, clinicians, radiology, endoscopy, and laboratory staff to support high-quality patient care.
• Support departmental initiatives such as workflow optimization, validation of systems, and implementation of new technologies or testing protocols.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation. The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride. The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019. The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022. With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.