Cytotechnologist

Job Title: Cytotechnologist
Location: White Plains, New York
Employment Type: Per Diem
Schedule: Day Shift | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM | Days Based on Department Needs
Pay Range: $52.42–$67.62 per hour

Job Overview

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Cytotechnologist to join its Cytology department on a per diem basis.

The Cytotechnologist will screen gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens, evaluate fine-needle aspiration samples, and assist with intraoperative and intraprocedural assessments. This role works closely with pathologists and clinical teams to provide timely, accurate, and high-quality diagnostic services.

The ideal candidate will hold an active New York State Cytotechnologist license and have at least three years of experience screening a broad range of cytology specimens.

Responsibilities

• Screen gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens accurately and within established turnaround times
• Evaluate fine-needle aspiration specimens
• Assist with intraoperative and intraprocedural cytology assessments
• Support procedures performed in the operating room, ambulatory surgery, breast imaging, endoscopy, radiology, and off-site clinical locations
• Review and sign out cases with pathologists according to the established schedule
• Assist with specimen preparation, staining, and coverslipping as needed
• Verify slide labels, patient names, specimen information, slide counts, clinical details, and gross descriptions against cytology requisitions
• Clean and maintain cytology aspiration equipment and procedure trays
• Ensure aspiration procedure supplies are properly stocked
• Process send-out specimens and related reports
• Maintain complete records in accordance with regulatory and accreditation requirements
• Maintain continuing medical education documentation
• Follow established safety, quality-control, and laboratory procedures
• Respond quickly and appropriately to changing departmental and procedural needs
• Participate in departmental activities as directed by Cytology and Laboratory leadership
• Perform additional related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related scientific field
• Graduation from an accredited or certified Cytology program and/or qualifying ASCP certification
• Minimum of three years of experience screening:
• Gynecologic specimens
• Non-gynecologic specimens
• Fine-needle aspiration specimens
• Current New York State Cytotechnologist license upon hire
• Current qualifying ASCP certification upon hire
• Strong knowledge of cytology specimen preparation and screening procedures
• Excellent attention to detail and diagnostic accuracy
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability to remain composed in fast-paced or high-pressure situations
• Flexibility to work per diem day shifts based on department needs

Preferred

• ThinPrep certification
• Familiarity with the Bethesda System for Reporting Cervical Cytology
• Hospital-based Cytology experience
• Experience providing rapid on-site evaluation during image-guided or procedural specimen collection
• Experience working directly with pathologists during case review and sign-out

Benefits

Benefits for per diem employees may vary based on hours worked and organizational policy. Additional details will be provided during the hiring process.

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Flexible per diem scheduling
• Professional development and continuing-education opportunities
• Access to hospital-based laboratory resources and clinical training

If you are an experienced Cytotechnologist seeking a flexible per diem opportunity in a collaborative hospital laboratory, we would love to hear from you.