Cytotechnologist I

About WakeMed: Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org. EOE Position Information: The Cytotechnologist performs specialized tasks involved in screening slides of clinical specimens to detect evidence of cancer or other pathological conditions. Requires a thorough knowledge of the morphology of normal cells and cellular changes associated with physiological states, reactive processes, inflammatory changes and changes resulting from effects of specific forms of treatment such as irradiation and chemotherapy.  Evaluates the quality of specimen preparation utilizing knowledge of the expanding variety of methods of preparation and staining in the laboratory. Experience Requirements: 2 Years Clinical - Clinical Laboratory Preferred Education Required: Bachelor's Degree Cytotechnology Required Licensure/Certification Requirements: Certified Cytotechnologist Required - Within 1 Year of Hire Hours of Work: as needed Weekend Requirements: No Weekends Call Requirements: no