Cytologist Jobs
Cytologist jobs are open across hospital systems, reference laboratories, cancer centers, and public health agencies, from staff cytologist to cytology supervisor and laboratory director, with specializations in gynecologic cytology, fine-needle aspiration, and digital pathology. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Hourly Pay Range:
$35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Position Highlights:
- Sign on bonus: $5K Sign-on Bonus
- Position: Cytologist
- Location: Evanston Hospital
- Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
- Travel: Yes
What you will do:
- Oversee daily operations within the assigned laboratory section, ensuring smooth workflow and accurate specimen processing.
- Review documentation and reports, address abnormal results, troubleshoot technical and methodology issues, and resolve specimen handling problems.
- Act as a primary resource for technical inquiries related to cytology procedures, instrument operations, and specimen handling.
- Accurately evaluate and report on gynecological, non-gynecological, and fine needle aspiration (FNA) specimens in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Match requisitions and slides, accurately label slides, and mark diagnostic material for further review.
- Correctly identify abnormal or high-risk cases, referring them to the Clinical Pathologist as needed.
- Ensure timely and accurate entry of results into the computer system.
- Support FNA procedures by ensuring all necessary supplies are prepared and by preparing specimens for evaluation.
- Collaborate with the Pathologist for adequate evaluation and sample preparation, ensuring appropriate labeling of specimens and slides.
- Participate in proficiency testing, completing required tests accurately and within the designated time frame.
- Review and discuss incorrectly diagnosed cases, striving for continuous improvement.
- Facilitate inventory management, ensuring that supplies are maintained and resolving any supply-related issues as they arise.
- Ensure proper organization and maintenance of the work area to adhere to cleanliness and safety standards.
What you will need:
- Education: Earn a Bachelor’s degree in Cytotechnology, Biology, or related field from a CAAHEP-accredited program. Complete an accredited cytotechnology training program.
- Certification: Cytotechnologist/Cytologist, CT(ASCP) certification or eligible (within the first year of employment if new graduate).
- Experience: Minimum of 1 year of Cytotechnology experience preferred but welcome new graduates.
- Unique or Preferred Skills: Demonstrates advanced knowledge of traditional and modern laboratory methods, with the ability to distinguish color accurately for specimen analysis.
Benefits:
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.
When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.
Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.
At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.
EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
Hourly Pay Range:
$35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Position Highlights:
- Sign on bonus: $5K Sign-on Bonus
- Position: Cytologist
- Location: Evanston Hospital
- Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
- Travel: Yes
What you will do:
- Oversee daily operations within the assigned laboratory section, ensuring smooth workflow and accurate specimen processing.
- Review documentation and reports, address abnormal results, troubleshoot technical and methodology issues, and resolve specimen handling problems.
- Act as a primary resource for technical inquiries related to cytology procedures, instrument operations, and specimen handling.
- Accurately evaluate and report on gynecological, non-gynecological, and fine needle aspiration (FNA) specimens in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Match requisitions and slides, accurately label slides, and mark diagnostic material for further review.
- Correctly identify abnormal or high-risk cases, referring them to the Clinical Pathologist as needed.
- Ensure timely and accurate entry of results into the computer system.
- Support FNA procedures by ensuring all necessary supplies are prepared and by preparing specimens for evaluation.
- Collaborate with the Pathologist for adequate evaluation and sample preparation, ensuring appropriate labeling of specimens and slides.
- Participate in proficiency testing, completing required tests accurately and within the designated time frame.
- Review and discuss incorrectly diagnosed cases, striving for continuous improvement.
- Facilitate inventory management, ensuring that supplies are maintained and resolving any supply-related issues as they arise.
- Ensure proper organization and maintenance of the work area to adhere to cleanliness and safety standards.
What you will need:
- Education: Earn a Bachelor’s degree in Cytotechnology, Biology, or related field from a CAAHEP-accredited program. Complete an accredited cytotechnology training program.
- Certification: Cytotechnologist/Cytologist, CT(ASCP) certification or eligible (within the first year of employment if new graduate).
- Experience: Minimum of 1 year of Cytotechnology experience preferred but welcome new graduates.
- Unique or Preferred Skills: Demonstrates advanced knowledge of traditional and modern laboratory methods, with the ability to distinguish color accurately for specimen analysis.
Benefits:
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.
When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.
Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.
At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.
EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon2
- Carle Health2
- Geisinger Health Plan2
- Endeavor Health1
- Lifebridge Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services8
- Education4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cytologist jobs.
- ASCP certification as CT(ASCP) or SCT(ASCP) required or strongly preferred
- Bachelor's degree in cytotechnology, biology, or a related life science field
- Proficiency in gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimen preparation and interpretation
- Experience with digital pathology platforms and whole-slide imaging systems
- Familiarity with CAP, CLIA, and Joint Commission laboratory compliance standards
- Fine-needle aspiration adequacy assessment experience and rapid on-site evaluation skills
Tips for Your Cytologist Job Search
List your ASCP certification prominently
Most cytologist postings screen for CT(ASCP) or SCT(ASCP) credentials before reviewing anything else. Place your certification directly under your name at the top of your resume so hiring managers and applicant tracking systems catch it immediately.
Quantify your annual slide volume
Lab directors want to know your throughput. Note the average number of cases or slides you screened per year in each role. This signals productivity, familiarity with high-volume environments, and compliance with regulatory screening limits.
Filter openings by specimen type specialty
Gynecologic, non-gynecologic, and FNA cytology roles have different daily demands. When searching, use specimen-type keywords alongside your title so you surface positions that match your actual bench experience and avoid mismatched interviews.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cytologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a case-based interview portfolio
Many cytology interviews include a practical component where you screen or interpret slides. Bring documented examples of challenging cases you handled, including your differential, final interpretation, and any correlation with histology or clinical outcome.
Negotiate using CAP and CMS workload data
When discussing compensation, anchor your case to College of American Pathologists workload recommendations and CMS complexity rules rather than general market comparisons. Demonstrating regulatory knowledge during salary talks positions you as a senior candidate, not just an applicant.
Cytologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cytologists?
The companies hiring the most cytologists right now include Amazon, Carle Health, and Geisinger Health Plan, with the largest share of openings in Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Academic medical centers and large reference laboratory networks consistently account for the majority of full-time cytologist openings nationwide.
How many cytologist jobs are remote?
About 0% of cytologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the growth of digital pathology platforms that allow slide review off-site. Remote opportunities are most common in telecytology screening roles and quality assurance positions, while bench cytotechnology and FNA adequacy assessment roles almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become a cytologist?
You become a cytologist by earning a bachelor's degree in cytotechnology or a related biological science, completing an accredited cytotechnology program affiliated with a NAACLS-accredited school, and then sitting for the CT(ASCP) board examination through the American Society for Clinical Pathology. Most programs include a clinical practicum where you screen cases under a pathologist's supervision before graduation.
How do you get hired as a cytologist with little experience?
Focus on roles listed as staff or entry-level cytologist, which are common at high-volume reference labs that can afford to train newer graduates. Highlight your clinical practicum case volume, any rapid on-site evaluation exposure from your training program, and your CT(ASCP) certification. Smaller community hospitals occasionally hire new graduates specifically because they can shape their workflow training from day one.
What does the cytologist interview process look like?
Most cytologist interviews begin with a phone screen by HR covering credentials, shift availability, and general lab experience. A second round typically involves a practical bench assessment where you screen a set of slides and discuss your interpretations with the laboratory director or chief cytotechnologist. Final interviews may include a panel with pathologists and lab management focused on quality metrics, challenging case handling, and regulatory compliance knowledge.
Where can I find and apply to cytologist jobs?
You can find and apply to cytologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your specimen-type experience, shift preference, and location, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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