Cytotechnologist - Day Shift, No Weekends, Growth

ChristianaCare; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 54,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

403(b) retirement plan with employer 


Paid time off

Parental leave

Care.com membership

Job summary

ChristianaCare’s Anatomic Pathology team in Newark is seeking a Cytotechnologist to provide precise cytology evaluations under Pathologist guidance. The role supports both gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens and involves FNA adequacy assessments, reagent preparation, and strict regulatory compliance.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. Schedule is Monday–Friday, day shift, with no weekends, holidays, or on-call duties. Competitive benefits accompany a comprehensive wellness program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cytotechnology or Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline with Cytotechnology certification program completion
• CT (ASCP) certification preferred
• One year of Cytology experience
• Experience with fine needle aspiration adequacy assessment

Responsibilities

• Examine gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens according to established laboratory protocols
• Perform microscopic evaluation and interpretation of cytologic specimens
• Participate in fine needle aspiration (FNA) adequacy assessment procedures
• Prepare non-gynecologic specimens using smear, cytocentrifugation, and filtration techniques
• Document findings and maintain required workload and regulatory records
• Prepare and maintain laboratory reagents and staining solutions
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control activities
• Communicate effectively with Pathologists, physicians, nurses, and laboratory colleagues
• Assist with training and mentoring students and new team members
• Maintain compliance with CAP, CLIA, accreditation, and laboratory safety standards

Job description

ChristianaCare’s Anatomic Pathology team in Newark is seeking a Cytotechnologist to provide precise cytology evaluations under Pathologist guidance. The role supports both gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens and involves FNA adequacy assessments, reagent preparation, and strict regulatory compliance.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. Schedule is Monday–Friday, day shift, with no weekends, holidays, or on-call duties. Competitive benefits accompany a comprehensive wellness program.