Actalent
Job Title
Cytotechnologist
Company:
Actalent
Location:
Burr Ridge, IL
Employment Type:
Temporary
Seniority Level:
Entry level
Job Function:
Health Care Provider
Industry:
Business Consulting and Services
Application Deadline:
November 12, 2025
Responsibilities
Perform accurate readings of non‑gynecological, urine, and FNA cytology specimens.
Microscopic evaluation of prepared cytologic specimens and manage all aspects of the cytology specimen workflow, including receiving, accessioning, processing, staining, cover‑glass mounting, resulting, and reporting.
Assist with fine‑needle aspirations and core biopsies.
Conduct slide preparations onsite in the clinic for necessary procedures.
Process specimens to be sent to reference labs for further testing or consulting.
Troubleshoot basic pathology procedures and instrumentation issues.
Complete maintenance logs daily to ensure analyzers function optimally and meet laboratory standards.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Physical, Biology, or Medical Laboratory Science.
Minimum 1 year of working experience in cytology from a CLIA accredited lab.
ASCP Certification and Cytotechnologist (CT) Certification.
Proficiency in laboratory information systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
CPR certification.
Work Environment This is a full‑time position, requiring 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 7 am to 3:30 pm. The work environment does not include weekend or on‑call duties. Employees benefit from a 3% merit raise after each year of experience earned.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $32.00 – $49.00 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision coverage.
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage.
401(k) Retirement Plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available.
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
Short and long‑term disability.
Health Spending Account (HSA).
Transportation benefits.
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid Time Off / Leave (PTO, vacation or sick leave).
Equal Opportunity Employer The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market.
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Company:
Actalent
Location:
Burr Ridge, IL
Employment Type:
Temporary
Seniority Level:
Entry level
Job Function:
Health Care Provider
Industry:
Business Consulting and Services
Application Deadline:
November 12, 2025
Responsibilities
Perform accurate readings of non‑gynecological, urine, and FNA cytology specimens.
Microscopic evaluation of prepared cytologic specimens and manage all aspects of the cytology specimen workflow, including receiving, accessioning, processing, staining, cover‑glass mounting, resulting, and reporting.
Assist with fine‑needle aspirations and core biopsies.
Conduct slide preparations onsite in the clinic for necessary procedures.
Process specimens to be sent to reference labs for further testing or consulting.
Troubleshoot basic pathology procedures and instrumentation issues.
Complete maintenance logs daily to ensure analyzers function optimally and meet laboratory standards.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Physical, Biology, or Medical Laboratory Science.
Minimum 1 year of working experience in cytology from a CLIA accredited lab.
ASCP Certification and Cytotechnologist (CT) Certification.
Proficiency in laboratory information systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
CPR certification.
Work Environment This is a full‑time position, requiring 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 7 am to 3:30 pm. The work environment does not include weekend or on‑call duties. Employees benefit from a 3% merit raise after each year of experience earned.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $32.00 – $49.00 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision coverage.
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage.
401(k) Retirement Plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available.
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
Short and long‑term disability.
Health Spending Account (HSA).
Transportation benefits.
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid Time Off / Leave (PTO, vacation or sick leave).
Equal Opportunity Employer The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market.
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