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Cytotechnologist - St. Mary's Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health

Richmond, VAJob$35.82–55.52/hrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$35.82–55.52/hr
Location
Richmond, VA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CT CertificationBachelor's degree

Job overview

The Cytotechnologist at St. Mary's Hospital stains, mounts, and studies human cells under a microscope to detect precancerous, malignant, and infectious conditions. The role performs complex laboratory tests and procedures for patients of all ages, supports pathologists with clinical data and microscopic findings, and documents results in the hospital system. A bachelor's degree in a relevant science, completion of a cytotechnology program, and CT certification are required; three years of clinical lab experience is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microscopic ExaminationLaboratory TestingIndependent WorkTeamworkAttention to DetailProfessional Communication

Qualifications

Bachelor's in ScienceCytotechnology Program CompletionCT Certification3 Years Clinical Lab Experience

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Bon Secours

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Cytotechnologist – St. Mary's Hospital

Job Summary:

The skilled Cytotechnologist is responsible for staining, mounting, and studying cells of the human body under a microscope to detect evidence of precancerous, malignant, and infectious conditions. The Cytotechnologist is responsible for performing a variety of complex laboratory test and procedures on patients of all ages according to established protocols.

Essential Functions:

  • Provides patient clinical data or microscopic findings to assist pathologists in the preparation of pathology reports

  • Mounts, stains, and examines smears under a microscope to evaluate specimen quality and recommends acceptance or rejection to Pathologist

  • Maintains effective laboratory operations by adhering to standards of specimen collection, preparation, or laboratory safety

  • Classifies and distinguishes abnormal cell structures and reports abnormalities to Pathologists for further examination

  • Documents data from analysis of medical tests and clinical results into the hospital system for patient record

  • Monitors inventory of supplies, equipment, and reagents used, and places orders for replacements as required

  • Other duties as assigned

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Science: Biology, Chemistry, or Medical Laboratory Sciences, required

  • Completion of Cytotechnology Program, required

Certifications:

  • Cytotechnologist (CT) Certification by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP), is required

Experience:

  • Three years of Clinical Lab experience preferred

Skills & Abilities:

  • Ability to work independently within a team and strong attention to detail

  • Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-pasted environment

  • Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

Range:

Minimum: $35.82

Maximum: $55.52

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]

How this job compares

Set against the 676 open Laboratory jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$35.82–55.52/hr
  • US median$23–30/hr264 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $45.67/hr, is 78% above the US median midpoint ($26/hr) — in the top quarter of Laboratory hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 16 open Laboratory jobs in Virginia and 676 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Laboratory postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (324 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 205 of the 676 open Laboratory jobs (30%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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