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A Cytogenetic Technologist or Cytotechnologist works in a medical laboratory and uses microscopes to examine cells for signs of abnormalities that could indicate cancerous growth.
$71,826 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Cytotechnologist Johns Hopkins Medicine tuition assistance United States, D.C., Washington 5255 Loughboro Road Northwest (Show on map) Sep 01, 2026 Apply Refer a Friend
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Location:
Sibley Memorial Hospital,
DC,
DC 20016
Category:
Laboratory/Pathology Schedule:
Day Shift Employment Type:
Full Time Sibley Memorial Hospital, a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine, has a distinguished history of serving the community since its founding in 1890. As a not-for-profit and full-service community hospital, Sibley offers medical, surgical, intensive care, obstetric, oncology, orthopedic and skilled nursing inpatient services, as well as a 24-hour Emergency Department. Sibley's campus is also home to Grand Oaks, an assisted living residence; a medical building with physician offices and ambulatory surgery and imaging centers What Awaits You? Career growth and development
Tuition assistance
Diverse and collaborative working environment
Comprehensive and affordable benefit package Full Time-/Day Shift /7am-3:30pm Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington, D.C.
General Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Medical Director of Anatomic Pathology, microscopically examines human cellular samples from various body sites in accordance with departmental procedures and policies; considering clinical history of the patient, marks pertinent findings; makes the preliminary cytological interpretation for non-gynecologic samples; performs quality control checks; oversees the receipt, accessioning and processing of cytology specimens; performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
A Bachelor's Degree and must have graduated from an approved cytotechnology program as outlined in CLIA >88 (Fed. Register Friday, Feb. 28, 1992 Vol. 57 No. 40).
Course work in molecular modalities is highly desirable.
Work requires knowledge of biology, anatomy, and physiology, and detailed knowledge of cytology and cytological preparation techniques normally acquired through completion of an accredited one-year cytotechnology program.
Must qualify as a cytotechnologist under CLIA 88.
ASCP certification required.
Experience:
Prefer 2 years of cytotechnology experience screening non-gynecological specimens including fine needle aspirations.
Important Notices:
•Authorization to Work in the
United States:
Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position. Apply