Cytotechnologist I
WakeMed Health & Hospitals·Raleigh, North Carolina
WakeMed Health & Hospitals·Raleigh, North Carolina
The Cytologist II is responsible for screening slides of clinical specimens to detect evidence of cancer or other pathological conditions. This role requires evaluating the quality of specimen preparation using knowledge of various laboratory preparation and staining methods.
At WakeMed, our mission is to improve the health and well-being of our community—and we do it by delivering outstanding, compassionate care.
We’re hiring a Cytotechnologist I who brings advanced expertise to our laboratory team and plays a lead role in ensuring high-quality, accurate cytology services. In this role, you’ll combine specialized diagnostic skills with leadership, training, and quality oversight—serving as a technical resource and mentor while helping drive continuous improvement across the department.
What you’ll do Screen and evaluate cytology specimens to detect cancer and other pathological conditions, using expert knowledge of normal cell morphology and disease-related cellular changes.
Assess specimen preparation quality and staining methods, leveraging experience with a wide range of preparation techniques.
Take a lead role in developing, implementing, and maintaining new procedures, instrumentation, and laboratory-related computer functionality.
Train and mentor cytology staff, including onboarding new team members and evaluating technical performance.
Support quality assurance, regulatory compliance, proficiency testing, and ongoing review and updates of departmental procedures and reports.
Who you are An experienced Cytotechnologist with advanced knowledge of cytologic morphology, disease processes, and treatment-related cellular changes (including chemotherapy and radiation effects).
Comfortable taking ownership of projects, serving as a technical expert, and functioning as a go-to resource for the team.
Experienced in quality control, regulatory requirements, and laboratory compliance standards.
Passionate about education and collaboration, with the ability to train, mentor, and support fellow cytology professionals.
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
Bachelor's Degree Cytotechnology Required - Or Science Required Experience
3 Years Clinical - Clinical Laboratory Required
Candidates must possess a thorough knowledge of normal cell morphology and cellular changes related to physiological states, reactive processes, and treatment effects like irradiation and chemotherapy. A Bachelor's Degree in Cytotechnology or Science is required, along with three years of clinical laboratory experience and a Certified Cytotechnologist license.
Market context
Physician openings in North Carolina often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed, board-certified clinicians who can step into team-based care quickly. These roles are competitive when they require a valid NC medical license, DEA registration, and strong collaboration skills, so candidates should confirm those credentials are current and tailor their application to multidisciplinary practice. Job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review details like health, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off faster.
