<p>Position Summary Facility: South Lake Hospital Location: Clermont, FL Status: Full-Time Department: Laboratory Schedule: First Title: Cytotechnologist II #LI-JM1 "Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work" is not just something we say, it's our promise to you." Orlando Health South Lake Hospital is a comprehensive medical and surgical acute care facility serving the residents of Lake County as a trusted member of the community for over 75 years. Conveniently located in Clermont, the hospital's dedicated team of physicians, nurses, clinicians and medical professionals is committed to delivering expert and compassionate care. Our efforts have earned us recognition as a national leader. Click Here to Learn About: South Lake Hospital ORLANDO HEALTH - BENEFITS & PERKS: Competitive Pay Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions. All Inclusive Benefits (start day one) Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees. Employee-centric South Lake Hospital has been selected as one of the "Best Places to Work in Healthcare" by Modern Healthcare. The Cytotechnologist examines slides microscopically to detect abnormal, atypical cells that may be present. Responsibilities Essential Functions • Identifies fungi, parasites, bacterial and viral infections. • Prepares specimens for cytologic exam. • Performs and documents all quality control and preventive maintenance procedures. • Performs specimen receiving and processing; answers the telephone and greets guests to the department. • Regularly reports all abnormal findings to the cytopathologist and patient caregiver as required. • Assumes one or more of the following responsibilities: projects, teaching, tech in charge, and evaluation of new technology. • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions • Responsible for maintaining an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program including performance and evaluation of key quality indicators. • Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agencies requirements. • Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area. • Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times. Qualifications Education/Training • Graduate from an approved school of Cytotechnology. Bachelor's degree in science or Cytotechnology • Current license as Cytotechnologist in the State of Florida - renewed biennial in August. Certified Cytotechnologist (ASCP) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists - renewed annually. • Passed research, ethics, and compliance training (CITI), is preferred. Experience • Five (5) years of experience in an academic endoscopy unit with assessment of more than 2000 EUS-FNA samples. • Experience with ROSE assessment of cholangioscopy-guided biopsies. • Basic knowledge of statistics and statistical analysis. • Teaching experience in processing samples and assessing for ROSE in educational lab settings using teaching models. • Experience with telepathology technologies. • Experience with use of basic science Nikon software for tissue quantification in research, is preferred.</p> <p>Education/Training • Graduate from an approved school of Cytotechnology. Bachelor's degree in science or Cytotechnology • Current license as Cytotechnologist in the State of Florida - renewed biennial in August. Certified Cytotechnologist (ASCP) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists - renewed annually. • Passed research, ethics, and compliance training (CITI), is preferred. Experience • Five (5) years of experience in an academic endoscopy unit with assessment of more than 2000 EUS-FNA samples. • Experience with ROSE assessment of cholangioscopy-guided biopsies. • Basic knowledge of statistics and statistical analysis. • Teaching experience in processing samples and assessing for ROSE in educational lab settings using teaching models. • Experience with telepathology technologies. • Experience with use of basic science Nikon software for tissue quantification in research, is preferred.</p> <p>Essential Functions • Identifies fungi, parasites, bacterial and viral infections. • Prepares specimens for cytologic exam. • Performs and documents all quality control and preventive maintenance procedures. • Performs specimen receiving and processing; answers the telephone and greets guests to the department. • Regularly reports all abnormal findings to the cytopathologist and patient caregiver as required. • Assumes one or more of the following responsibilities: projects, teaching, tech in charge, and evaluation of new technology. • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions • Responsible for maintaining an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program including performance and evaluation of key quality indicators. • Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agencies requirements. • Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area. • Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times.</p>