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Cytotechnologist

Ansible Government Solutions$29.26–$53.30/hrSan Diego, CAFull timePosted 1mo ago

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This posting states $29.26–$53.30 an hour. Open cytotechnologist jobs in California post a median of $68.80 an hour, the middle half $55.78–$82.32, across 6 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Cytotechnologists employed in California earn a median of $36.54 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

Overview

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting Cytotechnologists to support the VA San Diego Healthcare System located at La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92161. Services will be delivered to all requesting departments throughout the facility on a range of schedules. If you accept employment with Ansible, you must also acknowledge that any assigned schedule is subject to change at the direction of either Ansible or its customers. Exceptional compensation packages with full benefits are available.

Ansible is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it is their own.

Responsibilities

  • Process cytology specimens
  • Prepare and stain cytology slides for GYN and non-GYN specimens
  • Make preliminary diagnoses independently of the physician cytologist
  • Assist with fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy procedures
  • Prepare and stains FNA smears

Qualifications

  • An Bachelor-level degree from an accredited educational institution
  • ASCP professional certification or equivalent Nationally-recognized Cytopathology certification or categorical certification in cytopathology
  • A minimum of one (1) year of experience within the last three (3) years - PREFERRED
  • Experience in U.S. Government facilities - PREFERRED
  • No sponsorship available

Pay Range: $29.26 - $53.30 hourly

All candidates must be able to

  • Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift
  • Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
  • Lift up to 20 lbs
  • Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance
  • Push/pull with 30 lbs of force

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

From Ansible Government Solutions's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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