Cytotechnologist II (Day Shift) - Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital-Lakeland, FL

Orlando Health•Lakeland, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cytotechnologist II examines slides microscopically to detect abnormal, atypical cells that may be present. Schedule: Monday through Friday; Dayshift Opening Summer 2026 at 4000 Lakeland Highlands Road, Lakeland, FL. The Orlando Health System of Care includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts, Central Alabama and Puerto Rico. Collectively, our dedicated team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve. Join us! Combining the collective strengths of two powerhouse organizations, Orlando Health and the high-quality physicians at Watson Clinic are expanding access to award-winning specialty care for patients in Polk County and beyond. Opening in summer 2026, Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital – a state-of-the-art, seven-story, multi-specialty hospital – will serve as a vital 550,000 square-foot healthcare hub offering: 300+ inpatient beds and 69 emergency and observation beds 11 operating rooms and four cardiac interventional suites Dedicated labor and delivery services – including a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) that will debut shortly after the hospital opens Comprehensive cardiovascular, neurology, and oncology services Advanced surgical procedures Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Polk County as part of the Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital opening team and share in the privilege of saying you were there from the very beginning. Benefits Beyond the Expected Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.

Requirements

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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Passed research, ethics, and compliance training (CITI), is preferred.
Experience with use of basic science Nikon software for tissue quantification in research, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Microscopically examines GYN and Non-GYN cytologic preparations for cellular abnormalities and pathologic conditions, referring abnormal cases to the Pathologist as appropriate.
Considers clinical history of the patient, marks pertinent findings; makes preliminary cytologic interpretation in consultation with attending pathologist and enters case results into the computer system.
Provide specimen processing and rapid on-site evaluation of adequacy for FNA/FNB and biopsy touch prep specimens in endoscopy/surgical suites as requested.
Performs and documents all quality control and preventive maintenance procedures.
Performs specimen receiving and processing as needed.
Maintains proper inventory of supplies.
Assumes following responsibilities, as needed: 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.
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.