Sanford Health·Fargo, North Dakota
Prepares and examines human cell samples using a microscope to identify malignant or abnormal conditions. Ensures accuracy of analysis in compliance with quality assurance policies and reports results using standard cytotechnology terminology.
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation:
$32.00 - $49.50 Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus! Union Position: No Department Details Department Selling Points Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm with no weekends or call. Participate in rotations consisting of, but not limited to specimen processing and FNA onsites.
Must be able to travel between campuses as needed. Summary Prepares slides of human cell samples and prioritizes specimen preparation (via specimen processing and/or FNA onsites), following established standards and practices. Processes and examines various specimens under a microscope to determine possible malignant or related abnormal conditions.
Ensures the accuracy of specimen analysis in compliance with established quality assurance policies and procedures. Reports laboratory results, using current cytotechnology terminology, according to institutional protocols and principles. Maintain effective laboratory operations by adhering to standards of specimen collection, preparation, or laboratory safety. Utilizes a microscope to examine specimens collected from the human body to identify abnormal cells and other conditions. Demonstrate skill in use of equipment relative to position. Recognizes and minimize safety risks and complies with all safety practices and protocols.
Must meet one of the following qualifications: (1) Graduated from an Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) accredited school of cytotechnology or other organization by health and Human Services (HHS); or (2) Certified in cytotechnology by a certification agency approved by HHS (e.g. American Society of Clinical Pathology); or (3) Before September 1, 1992, have successfully completed two years in an accredited institution (12 semester hours in science, eight of which are in biology) and have 12 months training in an approved school of cytotechnology; or have received six months formal training in an approved school and six months’ full-time experience; or (4) Before September 1, 1992, have achieved a satisfactory grade in an HHS proficiency test for cytotechnologists; or (5) Before September 1, 1994, have two years’ full-time experience or equivalent within the preceding five years examining slides under the supervision of a physician certified in pathology and before January 1, 1969, be a high school graduate from six months cytotechnology training in a laboratory directed by a physician and completed two years fulltime supervised experience in cytotechnology before January 1, 1969; or (6) On or before September 1, 1994, have two years’ full-time experience or equivalent within preceding five years in the United States (US) and on or before September 1, 1995, have either graduated from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education (CAHEA) approved school to be certified as a cytotechnologist.
Must hold certification as a Cytotechnologist from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Registry. Cytotechnologists certified after January 2004 are required to produce all documentation related to fulfilling the requirements of ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
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Must hold certification as a Cytotechnologist from the ASCP Board of Registry and meet specific educational or experience requirements from an accredited school or HHS-approved agency. Candidates certified after 2004 must provide documentation of the Certification Maintenance Program.
Market context
Cytotechnologist openings in North Dakota are often tied to hospital and laboratory needs for accurate cancer screening and diagnostic support, so employers typically look for candidates with strong microscopy skills and ASCP-aligned credentials. This role can be competitive because the certification requirement is mandatory and the work affects timely pathology workflows; review the original posting carefully, since the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the source description to save research time. Before applying, confirm your graduation and ASCP Board of Registry certification details match the listing, and note any sign-on bonus terms.
