Cytotechnologist Sr - Anatomic Pathology Core Lab - Days

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking a Senior Cytotechnologist to lead training and supervision in the cytology lab. You will perform In Situ Hybridization techniques, assist with deep FNA and US-FNA, review cases, and help set quality control standards while coordinating inventory and procedures.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Cytotechnology, ASCP CT certification, and at least three years of clinical cytology experience.

Qualifications

• Certified cytotechnologist with ASCP within 6 months of hire.
• Current CT (ASCP) certification.
• Minimum 3 years clinical cytology experience.

Responsibilities

• Train and schedule cytology staff and coordinate QC procedures.
• Perform cytology with ISH techs and assist on deep FNA and US-FNA.
• Manage equipment orders and maintain procedure manuals.
• Lead cytology staff to ensure quality decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Health Science (Cytotechnology Track)

Job description

**$7,500 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by September 30, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply**

The Cytotechnologist Senior performs the duties of a technical trainer in the cytology laboratory. This job assists the supervisor in training, scheduling and assigning duties appropriate to each cytotechnologist, coordinating of quality control procedures, troubleshooting, maintenance of procedure manuals, training and documentation of method evaluations and inventory control in his/her primary areas of responsibility. This job performs In Situ Hybridization techniques; assists on deep Fine Needle aspiration (FNA) and Ultrasound GuidedFine needle Aspiration (US-FNA), examines cell samples and makes primary diagnoses on all cases (GYN, Non-gyn and FNA, makes final diagnoses on normal limit GYN, preliminary diagnoses on abnormal GYN, all Non-gyn and FNA. This job must also demonstrate an ability to identify and solve problems with initiative and good judgment to reach quality decisions in leading the cytology staff in his/her primary areas of responsibility. This job will be responsible for placing orders for equipment and office supplies for Cytology, CDC and Surgical Pathology (if requested) and will act as the technical specialist maintaining a constant awareness of new technologies and evaluating tests offered for accuracy, precision and economy.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:

Certified as a Cytotechnologist by the American Society for Clinical Pathology within 6 months of employment into position

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:

Current CT (ASCP)

Experience REQUIRED:

• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical work experience as a Cytotechnologist.
• Depending on the laboratory assignment, work experience requirement may be specific to a particular specialty areas such as deep FNA, US-FNA and In Situ Hybridization technique, etc.

Experience PREFERRED:

• N/A

Education/training REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Science (Cytotechnology Track) from an accredited program

Education/training PREFERRED:

• Master's Degree in Health Education, Cytotechnology or Clinical Lab Science from an accredited program

Independent action(s) required:

• Makes diagnostic decisions on cytologic cases and apply the appropriate criteria to correctly interpret the cases.
• In cytopreparation, makes correct decisions about the handling of samples for optimal preparations.
• Demonstrate an ability to identify and solve problems with initiative and good judgment to reach quality decisions in leading the cytology staff.
• Public relations ability, interpersonal skills and professional telephone manner.
• Organized, flexible, attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels within the organization.
• Business decorum and appearance.
• Supportive of team concept.
• Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities.
• Demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively and express ideas clearly.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Actively follow appropriate channels of communication with cytology supervisor and management.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):

Assumes the responsibilities of the supervisor in his/her absence.

Additional position requirements:

N/A

Age Specific groups served:

N/A

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):

• Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs.
• Activities: Prolonged standing
• Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
• Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change
• Other: visual acuity

Compensation Range

• $36.31 - $56.29

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Days

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