Cytotechnologist - Diagnostic Slide Specialist (Mon–Fri)

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

401(k) company match

Education assistance through MyQuest

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics in Grand Rapids is seeking a Cytotechnologist to microscopically examine and diagnose gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides, ensuring accuracy and compliance with CLIA standards.

The position runs Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and requires ASCP/CLIA qualifications plus state licensure where applicable. The role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within the healthcare lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in clinical lab, physical, or biological science.
• Meet CLIA requirements (CFR. 493.1483).
• Meet ASCP requirements for Cytotechnologist (if not certified prior to employment, must pass ASCP registry within one year of start date).
• Meet state licensure requirements, if applicable.
• Liquid-based cytology training/certification (Thin Prep and/or SurePath) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Microscopically examine and diagnose gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides for infectious, pre-malignant, and malignant disease processes.
• Perform all duties as required by CLIA, including daily documentation of interpretations and hours spent screening.
• Maintain specimen integrity and patient identification of all samples examined.
• Enter and report results into the laboratory information system.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient test results in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Comply with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
• Participate in a CMS approved proficiency-testing program annually, as applicable.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in clinical lab, physical, or biological science

Job description

Quest Diagnostics in Grand Rapids is seeking a Cytotechnologist to microscopically examine and diagnose gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides, ensuring accuracy and compliance with CLIA standards.

The position runs Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and requires ASCP/CLIA qualifications plus state licensure where applicable. The role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within the healthcare lab environment.