Cytotechnologist
Charlottesville, Virginia
University of Virginia Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Cytotechnologist (Cyto Tech) - Travel/Contract

Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 13 weeks)
Schedule: 5x8s (8:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
Specialty: Laboratory - Cytotechnology

Job Description

• Perform cytotechnologist duties with a workload of 10 to 12 slides per hour.
• Maintain quality standards with no HSIL (High-grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion) misses.
• Work within a 50-mile radius rule.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cytotechnology.

Required Qualifications

• ASCP-CT (American Society for Clinical Pathology - Cytotechnologist) certification required.
• Valid state license for Cytotechnologist as applicable.
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, education verification, and other standard screenings.
• Government-issued photo ID required during hours of service.
• Proof of I9 or attestation.
• Drug testing within 2 months of start, updated annually (10-panel including marijuana and fentanyl).
• Physical exam attesting ability to meet physical demands, updated annually.
• Immunizations and health documentation including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination (no declinations allowed).
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray as per facility requirements.
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella vaccinations or positive titers.
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer positive or appropriate follow-up testing.
  • Varicella vaccination or titer (declination accepted but required).
  • Seasonal flu vaccination (no exemptions or declinations accepted).
• Completion of facility-specific documents such as professional appearance guidelines, release authorization, TB screening, and traveler compliance forms.
• Pass/Fail cardiac rhythm assessment not required for this specialty.
• National certification verification required within 30 days of start.
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations.
• Skills checklist and competency exams as applicable, updated annually.

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Certifications such as ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, CPI, NIH Stroke Certification are not required for this specialty unless otherwise specified by the unit.
• Fingerprinting may be required depending on unit assignment.
• Background checks and registries specific to Virginia state requirements apply.
• Fit testing required for patient-facing clinical roles, completed onsite if needed.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a reputable health system with a defined schedule and clear professional requirements for experienced cytotechnologists.