H-1B Visa Cytotechnologist Jobs
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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The University of Maryland Medical System is a 14-hospital system with academic, community and specialty medical services reaching every part of Maryland and beyond. UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, Neurocare, cardiac care, women’s and children’s health and physical rehabilitation. UMMS is the fourth largest private employer in the Baltimore metropolitan area and one of the top 20 employers in the state of Maryland. No organization will give you the clinical variety, the support, or the opportunities for professional growth that you’ll enjoy as a member of our team.
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Under the supervision of the Pathologists and Cytology Supervisor, performs testing of patient specimen in the Cytology Laboratory, as well as assistance and adequacy assessments for fine needle aspirate procedures. This position requires practical as well as theoretical knowledge of test methodologies which assist Medical Staff in the diagnosis and management of disease and medical disorders. Demonstrates diagnostic accuracy, and performs quality control (QC) and retrospective reviews. Patient contact and specimens from patients may include infant to adult-geriatric.
Work Experience
Meets one of the following requirements (refer to the Federal Register for additional information):
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Have graduated from a school of cytotechnology accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation or other organization approved by HHS; or
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Be certified in cytotechnology by a certifying agency approved by HHS; or
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Before September 1, 1992 -
- Have successfully completed 2 years in an accredited institution with at least 12 semester hours in science, 8 hours of which are in biology; and
- Have had 12 months of training in a school of cytotechnology accredited by an accrediting agency approved by HHS; or
- Have received 6 months of formal training in a school of cytotechnology accredited by an accrediting agency approved by HHS and 6 months of full-time experience in cytotechnology in a laboratory acceptable to the pathologist who directed the formal 6 months of training; or
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Have achieved a satisfactory grade to qualify as a cytotechnologist in a proficiency examination approved by HHS and designed to qualify persons as cytotechnologists; or
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Before September 1, 1994, have full-time experience of at least 2 years or equivalent within the preceding 5 years examining slide preparations under the supervision of a physician qualified under § 493.1449(b) or (k)(1), and before January 1, 1969, must have
- Graduated from high school;
- Completed 6 months of training in cytotechnology in a laboratory directed by a pathologist or other physician providing cytology services; and
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Completed 2 years of full-time supervised experience in cytotechnology; or
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On or before September 1, 1994, have full-time experience of at least 2 years or equivalent examining cytology slide preparations within the preceding 5 years in the United States under the supervision of a physician qualified under § 493.1449(b) or (k)(1); and
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On or before September 1, 1995, have met the requirements in either paragraph (b)(1) or (2) of this section.
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Has at least 3 years (2080 hours per year) of full-time experience.
- Demonstrated diagnostic accuracy to perform case quality control (QC) and retrospective reviews.
- Demonstrated and proven leadership abilities.
Benefits
Schedule: M-F 7:30a-4p
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
- Pay Range: $40.61-$60.96
Like many employers, UMMS is being targeted by cybercriminals impersonating our recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at careers@umms.edu. Like many employers, UMMS is being targeted by cybercriminals impersonating our recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at careers@umms.edu.
Company Description
The University of Maryland Medical System is a 14-hospital system with academic, community and specialty medical services reaching every part of Maryland and beyond. UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, Neurocare, cardiac care, women’s and children’s health and physical rehabilitation. UMMS is the fourth largest private employer in the Baltimore metropolitan area and one of the top 20 employers in the state of Maryland. No organization will give you the clinical variety, the support, or the opportunities for professional growth that you’ll enjoy as a member of our team.
Overview
Under the supervision of the Pathologists and Cytology Supervisor, performs testing of patient specimen in the Cytology Laboratory, as well as assistance and adequacy assessments for fine needle aspirate procedures. This position requires practical as well as theoretical knowledge of test methodologies which assist Medical Staff in the diagnosis and management of disease and medical disorders. Demonstrates diagnostic accuracy, and performs quality control (QC) and retrospective reviews. Patient contact and specimens from patients may include infant to adult-geriatric.
Work Experience
Meets one of the following requirements (refer to the Federal Register for additional information):
-
Have graduated from a school of cytotechnology accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation or other organization approved by HHS; or
-
Be certified in cytotechnology by a certifying agency approved by HHS; or
-
Before September 1, 1992 -
- Have successfully completed 2 years in an accredited institution with at least 12 semester hours in science, 8 hours of which are in biology; and
- Have had 12 months of training in a school of cytotechnology accredited by an accrediting agency approved by HHS; or
- Have received 6 months of formal training in a school of cytotechnology accredited by an accrediting agency approved by HHS and 6 months of full-time experience in cytotechnology in a laboratory acceptable to the pathologist who directed the formal 6 months of training; or
-
Have achieved a satisfactory grade to qualify as a cytotechnologist in a proficiency examination approved by HHS and designed to qualify persons as cytotechnologists; or
-
Before September 1, 1994, have full-time experience of at least 2 years or equivalent within the preceding 5 years examining slide preparations under the supervision of a physician qualified under § 493.1449(b) or (k)(1), and before January 1, 1969, must have
- Graduated from high school;
- Completed 6 months of training in cytotechnology in a laboratory directed by a pathologist or other physician providing cytology services; and
-
Completed 2 years of full-time supervised experience in cytotechnology; or
-
On or before September 1, 1994, have full-time experience of at least 2 years or equivalent examining cytology slide preparations within the preceding 5 years in the United States under the supervision of a physician qualified under § 493.1449(b) or (k)(1); and
-
On or before September 1, 1995, have met the requirements in either paragraph (b)(1) or (2) of this section.
-
Has at least 3 years (2080 hours per year) of full-time experience.
- Demonstrated diagnostic accuracy to perform case quality control (QC) and retrospective reviews.
- Demonstrated and proven leadership abilities.
Benefits
Schedule: M-F 7:30a-4p
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
- Pay Range: $40.61-$60.96
Like many employers, UMMS is being targeted by cybercriminals impersonating our recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at careers@umms.edu. Like many employers, UMMS is being targeted by cybercriminals impersonating our recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at careers@umms.edu.
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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.