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Cytotechnologist l Day Shift l No Weekends

Christiana Care Health Systems · Newark, DE

FULL-TIME Posted Jul 7, 2026 38.22–61.16 an hour

Job Description

Join ChristianaCare’s nationally recognized Anatomic Pathology team and make a meaningful impact on patient care every day.

At ChristianaCare, we are guided by our values of Love and Excellence and are committed to creating an environment where laboratory professionals can thrive. We are seeking a Cytotechnologist to join our collaborative Cytology team at our Newark campus.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Cytotechnologist or a new graduate seeking to build a career within one of the region’s leading health systems while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance.

Schedule

• Monday-Friday

• Day Shift

• No weekends

• No holidays

• No on-call responsibilities

What You’ll Do

As a Cytotechnologist, you will work closely with Pathologists and laboratory professionals to provide accurate and timely diagnostic information that directly impacts patient care.

Responsibilities include:


Examine gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens according to established laboratory protocols


Perform microscopic evaluation and interpretation of cytologic specimens


Participate in fine needle aspiration (FNA) adequacy assessment procedures


Prepare non-gynecologic specimens using smear, cytocentrifugation, and filtration techniques


Document findings and maintain required workload and regulatory records


Prepare and maintain laboratory reagents and staining solutions


Participate in quality assurance and quality control activities


Communicate effectively with Pathologists, physicians, nurses, and laboratory colleagues


Assist with training and mentoring students and new team members


Maintain compliance with CAP, CLIA, accreditation, and laboratory safety standards

Why ChristianaCare?


Nationally recognized health system


Collaborative and supportive Pathology leadership team


Modern laboratory environment


Strong commitment to professional development and continuing education


Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits


403(b) retirement plan with employer match


Generous paid time off with rollover opportunities


Twelve weeks of paid parental leave


Care.com membership and backup dependent care support


Financial wellness and retirement planning resources


Employee wellness reimbursement


Employee discounts on travel, entertainment, sporting events, and more

Qualifications


Bachelor’s degree in Cytotechnology or Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline with Cytotechnology certification program completion


CT (ASCP) certification preferred


One year of Cytology experience


Experience with fine needle aspiration adequacy assessment

New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Hourly Pay Range: $38.22 - $61.16

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

EEO Statement: ChristianaCare Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Dental insurance

Additional Details

City
Newark
State
Delaware
Country
US
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