What is a senior cytotechnologist and how to become one

Key steps to become a senior cytotechnologist

1. Explore senior cytotechnologist education requirements

   Most common senior cytotechnologist degrees

   Bachelor's

   77.6 %

   Master's

   9.2 %

   Certificate

   9.2 %

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2. Start to develop specific senior cytotechnologist skills

   Skills	Percentages
   ASCP	47.52%
   Diagnosis	19.79%
   FNA	11.96%
   Test Results	6.20%
   Anatomic Pathology	3.71%

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3. Research senior cytotechnologist duties and responsibilities

   • Comply with regulations pertaining to CLIA and HIPPA.
   • Comply with HIPPA rules, CLIA regulations, and all company rules set forth to maintain the cytology section.
   • Perform routine histology including accessioning, embedding, microtomy, special stains, immunohistochemistry and frozen sectioning.
   • Assist pathologist with FNA procedure and screen FNA slides.

4. Get senior cytotechnologist experience

5. Apply for senior cytotechnologist jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a senior cytotechnologist job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams