Cyto Technologist

Irvine, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Cytotechnologist

Location: Irvine CA.

Contract Duration: 13 weeks with possible extension

Shift: Evening 5x8-Hour (8.30am 5:00pm)

We are seeking an experienced Cytotechnologist to join an anatomic pathology laboratory within an oncology-focused environment that also supports a broad diagnostic patient population. This role primarily serves adult and geriatric patients and offers a stable weekday schedule with no routine call weekends or floating.

Position Overview

The Cytotechnologist will perform diagnostic cytology testing assist with on-site procedures and provide preliminary evaluations in collaboration with pathologists and clinical teams. Work is conducted in both inpatient and outpatient laboratory settings.

Required Qualifications

ASCP-certified Cytotechnologist (CT)
Active California Cytotechnologist license (must be in hand at time of submission)
Minimum 3 years of experience (5 years preferred)
Experience with EPIC or similar electronic documentation systems

Required Skills & Experience

ROSE (Rapid On-Site Evaluation) for Thyroid Fine Needle Aspirations
EBUS and EUS procedural support
Fine Needle Aspirations:
- Assisting with procedures
- Specimen collection
- Smear preparation
- Preliminary diagnosis
Cytology specimen handling and evaluation including:
- Ascitic fluid
- Urine
- Bronchial specimens
- Esophageal specimens
- Gastric specimens
- Spinal fluid
Gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology
Staining techniques including PAP
Specimen labeling accessioning and identification
Assisting with on-site procedures in:
- Ultrasound-guided settings
- Operating Room environments
Experience working in both inpatient and outpatient laboratories

Preferred Skills

ThinPrep
GMS special stains
PAP smear proficiency

Work Environment

Anatomic Pathology Laboratory
Oncology-based diagnostics with non-oncology case mix
Adults and geriatric patient population
Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment

Job Title: Cytotechnologist Location: Irvine CA. Contract Duration: 13 weeks with possible extension Shift: Evening 5x8-Hour (8.30am 5:00pm) We are seeking an experienced Cytotechnologist to join an anatomic pathology laboratory within an oncology-focused environment that also supports a broad ...