Cytotechnologist

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan is seeking a Cytotechnologist to support pathology operations in Detroit and West Bloomfield. Under supervision, you will prepare and stain specimens from gynecologic sites and generate diagnostic reports, contributing to accurate cancer detection and patient care.

Qualifications include a CAAHEP-accredited cytotechnology program and ASCP eligibility or certification. The role involves collaboration with clinicians at biopsy sites and requires meticulous techniques

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with successful completion in CAAHEP accredited program in cytotechnology.
• ASCP eligibility or certification in cytotechnology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and stain specimens from gynecologic sites for diagnostic reporting.
• Issue diagnostic reports on negative gynecologic specimens.
• Collaborate with clinicians at aspiration biopsy sites; prepare smears.
• Ensure specimens are collected and processed to specification.

Education

Bachelor's degree in cytotechnology (CAAHEP-accredited program)

ASCP eligibility or certification in cytotechnology

Job description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Job Description

Supporting West Bloomfield or Detroit.

Detroit Coverage: Days, Afternoons, and weekends available .

West Bloomfield Coverage: Afternoons and weekends available.

Get ready to become a cellular detective! Under general supervision, you'll prepare and stain specimens from all kinds of body sites and dive into the microscopic world to spot cancer and other abnormalities. You'll be the expert who issues diagnostic reports on normal (negative) gynecological specimens—talk about making a real difference! Plus, you'll team up with clinicians at aspiration biopsy sites, expertly preparing smears and ensuring specimens are collected and processed to perfection. It's challenging, rewarding work that combines scientific precision with genuine impact on patient care.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree with successful completion in CAAHEP accredited program in cytotechnology or fulfill CLIA88 requirements for cytotechnologist as stated in Federal Register 493.1483, if prior to 1992.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• ASCP eligibility or certification in cytotechnology.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.