Cytotechnologist | Cytology Lab | Days | Full-time

OverviewAdvance your career and professional growth as a Cytotechnologist at UF Health Shands Hospital in beautiful Gainesville, Florida where Nature and Culture come together. Our thriving community is known for its unique blend of natural beauty, innovation, cultural energy, and recreation. UF Health is consistently ranked among the nation’s best hospitals and we are committed to excellence in healthcare. We value the pivotal role our Cytotechnologists have driving early detection and accurate diagnosis, partnering closely with pathologists and multidisciplinary care teams to deliver timely, high-quality results that directly impact patient outcomes across our health system. Our patients and our people are at the center of everything we do. Take the next step in your career with UF Health and be part of a team that makes a difference every day. UF Health Experience & Rewards:• Level 1 trauma center and teaching hospital• FACT accredited NCI-designated cancer institute• Bone Marrow and Solid Organ Transplant Center• Accrued PTO and holidays• Annual salary reviews• Student loan repayment• PSLF-eligible employer• Tuition reimbursement• Competitive healthcare/retirement plans• Wellness programsResponsibilitiesIn this role the Cytotechnologist will perform the following job duties:Upon supervision, microscopically evaluates all types of cytology specimens submitted to the cytopathology laboratory.Screen cytologic material and recognizes abnormalities identified and renders an interpretation diagnoses using the laboratory information system; appropriate cases are sent to the Cytopathologists for final interpretation consideration.Assist Rapid-On Site Evaluations in multiple services including Bronchoscopy, Interventional Radiology, and surgical clinics.Perform appropriate record-keeping procedures and fulfills some of the duties of the cytopathology supervisor during that supervisor's absence.On rare occasions, prepares cytologic specimens for evaluation using established procedures.ScheduleFTE: 1.0Shift Hours: 8:00am-5:00pmDays of Week: Monday-FridayQualificationsMinimum Education and Experience Requirements:Must have completed Cytotechnology training in a CAHEA approved program and/or qualify as outlined in Rules of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation as required for licensureOne year laboratory experience as a Cytotechnologist, preferredLicensure/Certification/Registration: Must be eligible for or possess either a temporary or current license as a State of Florida Clinical Laboratory Technologist in Cytology. Registration by an accredited National Certification Agency is preferred.Motor Vehicle Operator Designation: Employees in this position: Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose.