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Cytotechnologist

Job in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, 48228, USA
Listing for: Henry Ford Health System
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Medical Technologist & Lab Technician, Clinical Research
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Cytotechnologist - 40 hrs - Days -

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Under general supervision, prepares and stains specimens from any body site and microscopically examines their cellular structures to detect cancer and other abnormalities. Responsible for issuing diagnostic reports on normal (negative) gynecological specimens. Assists clinician at the aspiration biopsy site by preparing smears, proper collection and processing of the specimen.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
  • Process the specimens and stain the smears as per departmental guidelines.
  • Microscopically examine prepared, stained smears to detect structural abnormalities.
  • Classify smears as normal (negative), abnormal, and diagnostic of cancer; correlate surgical reports from HFH anatomic pathology with cytologic findings; total number of slides screened not to exceed the limit set by CLIA 88.
  • Rotate on technical processing, cubicle position, and NGYN screening according to schedule set by leader/supervisor.
  • For gynecological specimens (Pap smears), determine which cases should be further evaluated by the cytopathologist, formulate and issue diagnostic reports on normal (negative) cases, and perform follow‑up triage on all cases routed to the pathologist before finalization of reports.
  • Assist with instructional training of MLT, cytotechnology students, residents, fellows, and the orientation of new staff.
  • Maintain competency in the use of information systems used for daily work.
  • Education / Experience Required
    • A Bachelor’s degree with successful completion in a CAAHEP accredited program in cytotechnology or fulfill CLIA
      88 requirements for cytotechnologist as stated in Federal Register 493.1483, if prior to 1992. Ability to sit for long periods of time at a microscope.
    • Licenses and Certifications

      Required:

      • ASCP eligibility or certification in cytotechnology.
    Additional Information
    • Organization:
      Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
    • Department:
      Pathology Cytology Lab
    • Shift: Day job
    • Union code: not applicable
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