Senior Cytotechnologist - Cytology & Lab Diagnostics

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave

Health plans

State pension

Job summary

Stony Brook University is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Cytotechnologist to join our team at Stony Brook Medicine. You will provide clinical services and evaluate cytology specimens to assist in patient diagnostics while ensuring adherence to safe practices and standards.

Qualified candidates must have a Baccalaureate Degree in Cytotechnology, relevant NYS licensure, and excellent communication skills. This role offers unique opportunities to collaborate with physicians and medical staff within a supportive hospital community.

Qualifications

• NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or eligibility.
• Must have passed ASCP registry exam (CT, ASCP).
• 2+ years of active practice as a Cytotechnologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen Cytology specimens to determine necessity for Pathologist referral.
• Schedule and attend Rapid Onsite Evaluations of specimens.
• Prepare written cytologic reports using standard terminology.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Cytopathology

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Cytotechnology

Job description

Job Description - Clinical Lab Technologists IV Cytotechnologist - Per Diem (2601889)

Clinical Lab Technologists IV Cytotechnologist - Per Diem

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, a Clinical Laboratory Technologist / Cytotechnologist is a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population, and will also interact in a professional manner with physicians, nursing staff, support staff, peers and other members of the hospital community. Will maintain a general knowledge of safe practices and conducts oneself in a manner consistent with those practices to insure the safety of all Laboratory personnel.

Using a microscope, a cytotechnologist will examine Gynecologic (GYN), Non-Gynecologic (Non-GYN), and Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) cytology specimens to determine if the cellular changes are benign, neoplastic, or malignant. The microscopic findings are presented to the Pathologist and a final diagnosis is rendered. This information will permit therapeutic decisions and follow-up monitoring of the patient.

Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.

Duties of a Cytotechnologist may include the following but are not limited to:

• Screen Cytology specimens (Gynecologic and Non-Gynecologic, including FNA’s, to determine whether the cellular changes meet guidelines to necessitate referral to the Pathologist.
• Schedule and attend Rapid Onsite Evaluation of FNA or biopsy procedures (i.e.: CAT scan, Ultrasound, Endoscopy, Bronchoscopy, etc.) to determine specimen adequacy independently or pair with a Cytopathologist to provide preliminary assessment utilizing Telecytology system.
• Obtain patient history that would be relevant to the final cytologic diagnosis utilizing Copath, Cerner/PowerChart.
• Correlate microscopic findings with concurrent and/or prior related surgical pathology, flow cytometry, and other clinical lab data/results; obtain slides for morphologic comparison when applicable.
• Prepare written cytologic reports utilizing standard terminology specific to organ systems, documentation of immediate assessments, communications to clinicians, and reference all related specimens on final report.
• Apply appropriate billing codes for each case.
• Process specimens for microscopic evaluation when needed (i.e. registration, ordering, accessioning and cytopreparation) according to established policies & procedures.
• Participate in Quality Control and Quality Assurance.
• Participate in Proficiency Testing and Continuing Education.
• Work with Pathology/Cytology residents and fellows.

Required Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate Degree with formal training from an accredited school of Cytotechnology.
• SL-1: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 0-2 years demonstrated relevant experience.
• SL-2: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 3-5 years demonstrated relevant experience.
• SL-3: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with a minimum 6 years demonstrated relevant experience.
• Candidate must have passed the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) registry exam (CT, ASCP) and must be a registered Cytotechnologist with NYSED and have a NYSED license in Cytotechnology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of active practice as a Cytotechnologist
• Experience in performing Rapid Onsite Evaluation during FNA/biopsy procedures and/or experience with cytopathology related research projects.
• Specialist in Cytotechnology certification, SCT (ASCP)

Please Note: Verification of degree (e.g., diploma or official transcript) is required for this role. Upload of documentation must be included with your application for consideration.

Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days.An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment.Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The salary range for this position is listed below. This range reflects Stony Brook University Hospital’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.

The final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s verified years of relevant, comparable experience. Please note that misrepresentation or inflation of experience may result in disqualification from the hiring process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions may also include annual supplemental pay, such as:

• Location Pay: for UUP, CSEA, and PEF full-time positions
• Shift Differentials: Additional pay for evening, night, or other supplemental shifts (e.g., inconvenience pay, geographic pay, or other applicable differentials)

At Stony Brook University Hospital, your compensation extends beyond your paycheck. We offer comprehensive benefits including generous leave, health insurance, and participation in the state pension system that contribute significantly to your overall total rewards package.

Stony Brook Medicine integrates and elevates all of Stony Brook University’s health-related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It includes our Health Sciences schools — Medicine, Dental, Health Professions, Nursing and Social Welfare—a Program in Public Health,as well as Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital,Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Long Island State Veterans Home, andmore than 200 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and workingenvironment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Stony Brook University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application, interview, or hiring process, please request one by contacting [e-mail] . We will consider accommodation requests in compliance with applicable law. This process is separate from and does not require any voluntary self-identification of disability status. Please include the position title and position number (if known) in your message.

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Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $xx

The above salary range represents SBUH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate’s validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and state pension that add to your bottom line.

Job Number:

Job Number:

2601889

Official Job Title : TH Clinical Laboratory Technologist IV

Job Field

Job Field

: Laboratory

Primary Location

Department/Hiring Area : Cytology

Schedule

Shift

Schedule

: Per Diem

Shift

: Variable Shift Hours : variable Pass Days : Sat, Sun, Variable

Posting Start Date

Posting Start Date

: Aug 25, 2026

Posting End Date

Salary Grade : SL1