Join ChristianaCare’s nationally recognized Anatomic Pathology team and make a meaningful impact on patient care every day.
At ChristianaCare, we are guided by our values of Love and Excellence and are committed to creating an environment where laboratory professionals can thrive. We are seeking a Cytotechnologist to join our collaborative Cytology team at our Newark campus.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Cytotechnologist or a new graduate seeking to build a career within one of the region’s leading health systems while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance.
Schedule
- Monday-Friday
- Day Shift
- No weekends
- No holidays
- No on-call responsibilities
What You’ll Do
As a Cytotechnologist, you will work closely with Pathologists and laboratory professionals to provide accurate and timely diagnostic information that directly impacts patient care.
Responsibilities include:
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
Why ChristianaCare?
Nationally recognized health system
Collaborative and supportive Pathology leadership team
Modern laboratory environment
Strong commitment to professional development and continuing education
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Generous paid time off with rollover opportunities
Twelve weeks of paid parental leave
Care.com membership and backup dependent care support
Financial wellness and retirement planning resources
Employee wellness reimbursement
Employee discounts on travel, entertainment, sporting events, and more
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
New graduates are encouraged to apply.
Hourly Pay Range: $38.22 - $61.16
This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
EEO Statement: ChristianaCare Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
