Cytotechnologist

Job Description Summary

🎯 Cytotechnologist II
Charleston Campus · Full Time (40 hrs/week)
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💥 Top-Tier Perks • Professional Growth • Work-Life Balance
• Sign-On Bonus — because your talents deserve to be celebrated
• Relocation Assistance — we support you in putting down roots in Charleston
• Shift Differential Pay — earn more for evening, night, or weekend shifts
• Pension Plan — fully vested after 8 years; enjoy guaranteed retirement income for life
• Free Dental Insurance · Affordable Medical Insurance
• Clear Career Pathways — advance within a leading academic medical center

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is proud to be one of the first teaching hospital institutions in the nation to implement the Genius™ Digital Diagnostics System, a groundbreaking platform that combines high-resolution digital imaging with AI-powered algorithms to revolutionize cytology screening and diagnostics. This state-of-the-art technology enhances diagnostic precision, streamlines workflow, and positions our lab at the cutting edge of cytopathology.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000384 CHS - Cytopathology (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

🧬 Why This Role is a Game-Changer
At MUSC, you’re a vital member of a high-performing histopathology team, helping clinicians diagnose early—and often lifesaving—disease. You’ll be empowered to:
• Microscopically screen and evaluate cytologic specimens (gynecologic & non -gynecologic) to determine pathology
• Identify and report abnormalities—supporting precise diagnoses
• Collaborate with pathologists on Pap smear assessments and reactive/reactive findings    
• Support fine-needle aspiration (FNA) bedside collections and adequacy reviews  
• Participate in quality control and assurance processes in compliance with regulatory standards  

Additional Job Description

🎓 Qualifications & Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Cytotechnology, Biology, or related (CAHEA-accredited program required)  
• ASCP CT(ASCP) certification (or Pap PT eligible in the current calendar year), plus current Pap proficiency testing completion or eligibility  
• A minimum of three years of full-time experience as a cytotechnologist within the past ten years
• Meticulous attention to detail, teamwork, and communication
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🌟 What It’s Like at MUSC
• Work among energetic and enthusiastic professionals—a culture that thrives on excellence  
• Be part of a prestigious academic medical institution where your contributions propel patient care forward
• Enjoy work-life balance with shift differential compensation and a predictable rotating schedule

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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