Cytotechnologist I

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Vacation and Flex Time

401(k) and stock purchase plan

Education assistance

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Cytotechnologist I to examine and interpret slides for abnormalities. The role involves ensuring specimen integrity, adhering to quality standards, and maintaining qualifications. Comprehensive benefits and a competitive pay range are offered.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure required.
• Must meet ASCP requirements for Cytotechnologist.

Responsibilities

• Examine and interpret gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides.
• Ensure specimen integrity and patient confidentiality.
• Participate in training and continuing education.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

Liquid-based cytology training/certification

ASCP certification

Job description

Cytotechnologist I - West Hills, CA - Monday to Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM

Under general supervision, examine microscopically and interpret gynecologic and non-gynecologic slides for infectious, reactive/reparative, and abnormal cells. Refer appropriate cases for hierarchical review.

Pay Range: $53.20 - $59.95 / hour

Salary offers are based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, and certifications. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible for an annual performance bonus.

Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefits including:

• Day 1 Medical, dental, vision for FT employees working 30+ hours
• Well-being programs
• Annual health assessment (Blueprint for Wellness)
• Mental health program (healthyMINDS)
• Vacation, Flex Time, Holidays, 'MyDay'
• Financial coaching, 401(k), stock purchase plan
• Insurance options, FSA, incentive plans, education assistance, career growth

Responsibilities include:

• Identify problems affecting test performance or reporting; refer to supervisor and document corrective actions.
• Fulfill CLIA (CFR 493.1485) responsibilities, including documenting interpretation results, slide counts, and hours spent examining slides.
• Maintain and provide evidence of qualifications such as ASCP, state licenses, and liquid-based cytology certification.
• Ensure specimen integrity, patient identification, and confidentiality per HIPAA.
• Enter and report results into the laboratory information system.
• Adhere to quality control, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in training, competency assessments, proficiency testing, and continuing education.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including data entry and quality control rescreening if qualified.

Qualifications:

• Current state licensure (if applicable, required)
• Liquid-based cytology training/certification (ThinPrep and/or SurePath)
• Meet ASCP requirements for Cytotechnologist (must pass registry within one year if not certified prior)
• Meet CLIA requirements (CFR 493.1483)

Quest Diagnostics values service members and veterans. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies.

Job ID: 2025-86630

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or other protected statuses.