Cytotechnologist

Sibley Memorial Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,586 - 91,665; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth and development

Tuition assistance

Diverse and collaborative working environment

Comprehensive and affordable benefit package

Job summary

A community hospital in Washington, DC seeks an experienced Cytotechnologist. The role involves examining human cellular samples and making interpretations alongside quality checks. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree and be certified under CLIA 88 with ASCP certification. Experience in non-gynecological screening is preferred. The position offers a salary range of $40.35-$66.54 per hour, with a full-time schedule on day shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; graduate from an approved cytotechnology program.
• Coursework in molecular modalities is desirable.
• Knowledge of biology, anatomy, and physiology required.
• Certification as a cytotechnologist under CLIA 88 is necessary.
• ASCP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Examine human cellular samples microscopically per departmental procedures.
• Make preliminary cytological interpretations for non-gynecologic samples.
• Perform quality control checks and oversee cytology specimens processing.

Skills

Knowledge of biology

Knowledge of anatomy

Knowledge of physiology

Cytological preparation techniques

Molecular modalities

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduated from an approved cytotechnology program

ASCP certification

Job description

Requisition #:664161

Location: Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington, DC 20016

Category: Laboratory/Pathology

Schedule: Day Shift

Employment Type: Full Time

Sibley Memorial Hospital, a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine, has a distinguished history of serving the community since its founding in 1890. As a not-for-profit and full-service community hospital, Sibley offers medical, surgical, intensive care, obstetric, oncology, orthopedic and skilled nursing inpatient services, as well as a 24-hour Emergency Department. Sibley’s campus is also home to Grand Oaks, an assisted living residence; a medical building with physician offices and ambulatory surgery and imaging centers

What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development
• Tuition assistance
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Comprehensive and affordable benefit package

Full Time-/Day Shift /7am-3:30pm

Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington, D.C.

General Summary

Under the general supervision of the Medical Director of Anatomic Pathology, microscopically examines human cellular samples from various body sites in accordance with departmental procedures and policies; considering clinical history of the patient, marks pertinent findings; makes the preliminary cytological interpretation for non-gynecologic samples; performs quality control checks; oversees the receipt, accessioning and processing of cytology specimens; performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree and must have graduated from an approved cytotechnology program as outlined in CLIA >88 (Fed. Register Friday, Feb. 28, 1992 Vol. 57 No. 40).
• Course work in molecular modalities is highly desirable.
• Work requires knowledge of biology, anatomy, and physiology, and detailed knowledge of cytology and cytological preparation techniques normally acquired through completion of an accredited one-year cytotechnology program.
• Must qualify as a cytotechnologist under CLIA 88.
• ASCP certification required.

Experience

• Prefer 2 years of cytotechnology experience screening non-gynecological specimens including fine needle aspirations.

Important Notices

• Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

Salary Range: Minimum $40.35/hour - Maximum $66.54/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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