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What is a cytotechnologist/histotechnologist and how to become one
Avg. Salary $50,630
Avg. Salary $59,228
American Indian and Alaska Native 0.78%
Asian 12.68%
Black or African American 10.23%
Hispanic or Latino 11.90%
Unknown 4.83%
White 59.58%
Genderfemale 53.85%
male 46.15%
Age - 44American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%
Asian 7.00%
Black or African American 14.00%
Hispanic or Latino 19.00%
White 57.00%
Genderfemale 47.00%
male 53.00%
Age - 44Stress level is high
7.1 - high
Complexity level is advanced
7 - challenging
Work life balance is good
6.4 - fair
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Research cytotechnologist/histotechnologist duties and responsibilities
- Evaluate and record interpretations of gynecological specimens process as conventional pap smears, ThinPrep TM and SurePath TM.
- Assist radiology department in obtaining and reviewing fine needle aspiration specimens on site.
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Average cytotechnologist/histotechnologist salary
The average cytotechnologist/histotechnologist salary in the United States is $50,630 per year or $24 per hour. Cytotechnologist/histotechnologist salaries range between $24,000 and $103,000 per year.
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Updated January 8, 2025
