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Cytotechnologists qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupation workers because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in cytotechnology or a closely related biological science. Most hospital systems, reference labs, and cancer centers file H-1B petitions directly, and the 65,000 annual cap applies unless your employer holds university or nonprofit research exempt status.
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Process and screen cytological specimens from various body sites. Work in close relationship with Pathologists in review and interpretation of the specimens. Recognize abnormal and normal cells and classify findings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
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Graduate from CAAHEP or CAHEA accredited cytotechnologist program.
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Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided:
- PA: No license issued
- WV: Cytotechnologist license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
- Certified by American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) as a Cytotechnologist.
Experience:
- Previous laboratory experience.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
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Perform and analyze according to SOP, basic and complex diagnostic procedures designed to produce accurate reproducible results to meet the needs of patients, as requested by the physician.
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Assist Physicians with FNA specimen adequacy determination during patient procedures.
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Prepare, reagent, and solution correctly and accurately to complete necessary testing/requests according to the SOP.
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Restock the work area and FNA carts of needed supplies to assist co-workers in the performance of their duties.
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Prepare and accession patient specimens, accepting only patient specimens for testing that are properly collected and labeled. Evaluate sufficiency of patient information given with specimens and resolve issues with specimen collection and specimen orders in accordance with established laboratory policies.
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Perform required quality assurance and control procedures on a predetermined schedule to ascertain the reliability of reagents and laboratory equipment/instrumentation resulting in timely accurate reproducible test results to ensure quality.
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Perform required troubleshooting and subsequent appropriate problem resolution, in a timely manner (e.g., review of the QC records).
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Participate, as required, in proficiency testing/interpretation/reporting using established procedures and resulting in a satisfactory report.
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Promptly verify, abnormal/panic results and notifies, as required per SOP, patient care unit and/or physician with full documentation of steps taken.
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Participate in the educational endeavors of the institution to meet the current and future needs of the hospital.
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Participate, as required, in the training, supervision and evaluation of new employees, as established by laboratory policies (e.g., section training checklist).
Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Able to stand and/or sit for long periods of time.
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Visual acuity must not be impaired. Color differentiation is required.
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Manual dexterity for instrument operation including microscope.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Noisy environment.
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Foul or unpleasant odors.
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Perform procedures and operate instrumentation while wearing protective apparel.
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May be exposed to virus, disease, and infection from patients and specimens.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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Able to use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse.
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Able to communicate verbally, written and electronically with healthcare personnel, families and patients.
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Able to use numerous types of laboratory equipment.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company:
UNTWN Uniontown Hospital
Cost Center:
479 UNTWN Pulmonology
Address:
500 W Berkeley Street
Uniontown
Pennsylvania
Equal Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Cytotechnologist
Verify your ASCP certification before applying
USCIS adjudicators treat CT(ASCP) certification as strong evidence of specialty occupation. Get your credentials in order before submitting applications, since employers filing H-1B petitions will include your certification in the I-129 package.
Target cap-exempt employers first
University hospitals, nonprofit research labs, and government health agencies are exempt from the 65,000 H-1B cap. These employers can file your petition any time of year, not just during the April lottery window.
Search LCA filings for cytotechnology roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B LCA filings for cytotechnologist positions, so you're applying to labs and health systems that have already committed to sponsoring this exact role, not just open to it in theory.
Confirm the offered wage meets DOL prevailing levels
Your employer must certify your salary meets the prevailing wage for your location and experience level before DOL approves the LCA. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check Level I through Level IV wages for SOC code 29-2011 in your target metro.
Ask about premium processing during offer negotiations
Standard H-1B adjudication can run three to six months. If your employer files with USCIS premium processing, the petition receives a decision within 15 business days. Raise this during the offer stage, not after signing.
Align your start date with the October 1 cap-subject timeline
Cap-subject H-1B approvals take effect October 1, the start of the federal fiscal year. If your petition is selected in the April lottery, you can't begin H-1B employment until that date, so plan your OPT or current status end date accordingly.
H-1B Visa Cytotechnologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a cytotechnologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Cytotechnologist positions require at least a bachelor's degree in cytotechnology, biology, or a closely related life science, which satisfies the USCIS specialty occupation standard. Most employers also require CT(ASCP) board certification, which further supports the specialty occupation argument in the H-1B petition. Routine generalist lab assistant roles do not meet this bar, but credentialed cytotechnologist positions consistently do.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for cytotechnologists?
Academic medical centers, large reference laboratories, NCI-designated cancer centers, and hospital systems with pathology departments file H-1B petitions for cytotechnologists most frequently. Smaller community hospitals sometimes sponsor as well, but they tend to prefer candidates already authorized to work. Use Migrate Mate to search employers with confirmed LCA filing history for cytotechnology roles in your target location.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new cytotechnologist job without losing status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new H-1B transfer petition is filed with USCIS, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. The new employer files a new I-129 petition, and you don't need to wait for approval before your start date, provided the petition is non-frivolous.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for cytotechnologist H-1B petitions?
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the cytotechnologist role in the specific geographic location where you'll work. Wages are tiered from Level I through Level IV based on experience and complexity. Your employer determines the appropriate level and certifies it in the LCA before filing with USCIS. You can check current wage levels by searching SOC code 29-2011 in the OFLC Wage Search.
Does cytotechnology experience from another country count toward H-1B eligibility?
Foreign cytotechnology credentials and work experience can support an H-1B petition, but USCIS typically requires a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization to establish U.S. degree equivalency. If your foreign degree is a three-year program, the evaluator may need to combine it with relevant work experience to meet the bachelor's-level equivalency standard. CT(ASCP) or IAC certification earned in the U.S. significantly strengthens the petition.