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Cytotechnologist – Anatomic Pathology Core Lab – Days

VCU Health

#Sign On Bonus #Lifting #Problem Solving #Diagnosis #ASCP Certification #Repetitive Motion #Cytotechnology #Anatomic Pathology #Cytotechnologist

Quick overview

The Cytotechnologist microscopically examines all cytology cases, identifies and marks appropriate cells, and renders the correct diagnosis for each case. This role makes final diagnoses on negative gynecologic samples and preliminary diagnoses on abnormal gynecologic and all non-gynecologic cases.

Requirements summary

Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Health Science (Cytotechnology Track) and obtaining certification as a Cytotechnologist by the American Society for Clinical Pathology within six months of employment. Preferred education includes a Master's Degree, and preferred experience is one year of clinical work as a Cytotechnologist.

bachelor degreepostgraduate degreeProblem SolvingDiagnosisReasoningCytotechnologistRecallAnatomic PathologyMicroscopic ExaminationCytopreparationGynecologic SamplesNon-Gynecologic Cases

Job description

**$7,500 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply*
The Cytotechnologist examines all types of cytology cases microscopically, identifies and marks appropriate cells, and renders the correct diagnosis of each case. This job makes the final diagnosis on gynecologic samples evaluated as negative, with changes of and including moderate cervicitis. This job makes the preliminary diagnosis on all abnormal gynecologic cases going into sign-out (greater than moderate cervicitis) and all non-gynecologic cases. This job works under the general direction of a Pathologist. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Certified as a Cytotechnologist by the American Society for Clinical Pathology within 6 months of employment in position Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current CT (ASCP) Experience REQUIRED: N/A Experience PREFERRED: One (1) year of clinical work experience as a Cytotechnologist Education/training REQUIRED: Bachelor Degree in Health Science (Cytotechnology Track) Education/training PREFERRED: Masters Degree in Cytotechnology or Clinical Lab Science from an accredited program Independent action(s) required: Makes diagnostic decisions on cytologic cases and applies the appropriate criteria to correctly interpret thecases. In cytopreparation, makes correct decisions about the handling of samples for optimal preparations. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position

Requirements

N/A Age Specific groups served: All Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs.

Activities

Prolonged sitting,
Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory :Strong recall,
Reasoning,
Problem solving,
Reading,
Logical thinking
Other: Emotional, Steady pace Days EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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