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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote lead cytotechnologist in the United States is $45.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.17 and $54.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Lead Cytotechnologist vs Remote Cytotechnologist?

AspectRemote Lead CytotechnologistRemote Cytotechnologist
CertificationsASCP certification requiredASCP certification required
Work EnvironmentSupervises team, manages workflowPerforms diagnostic evaluations independently
ResponsibilitiesLeadership, quality assurance, trainingSlide screening, diagnosis, reporting
Industry UsageHospitals, labs, diagnostic centersHospitals, labs, diagnostic centers

The main difference is that the Remote Lead Cytotechnologist oversees and manages cytotechnologists, handling leadership and quality assurance tasks, while the Remote Cytotechnologist focuses on performing diagnostic slide evaluations independently. Both roles require similar certifications and work in comparable environments, but the lead position includes supervisory responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Remote Lead Cytotechnologist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 25% Internship, 4% Full Time, 1% Contract, 65% Nights, and 4% Summer. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,140 per year, or $45.3 per hour.
Cytogenetics Technologist - FISH - Remote

Cytogenetics Technologist - FISH - Remote

PathGroup

Nashville, TN • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

PathGroup rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

70th of 105 rated laboratories

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:
The person in this position is a licensed Medical Technologist (MT) or Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Cytogenetics (CG) who is responsible for day to day specimen processing, analysis and results reporting. The person in this position performs the standard duties of a Laboratory Technologist independently and will consult Lead Technologist if appropriate.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Performs all duties of a Medical Technologist I without assistance from Medical Technologist III. Displays satisfactory clinical competency on standard procedures.
  • Assists in the training of new employees and trainees in accordance with department protocols and company guidelines.
  • Prepare and present case studies and/or continuing education activities.
  • Receive and process specimens according to department protocols.
  • Assists the Supervisor, Manager and Director with administrative functions such as ordering supplies and maintaining inventory.
  • Produces, interprets and reports accurate and precise test results.
  • Identify and correct problems that may adversely affect test performance or result reporting of patient samples.
  • Communicates pertinent section information/issues to supervisor, manager or other appropriate individual.
  • Performs instrument maintenance and method troubleshooting.
  • Validates new methods.
  • Handles CAP surveys.
  • Assists in documentation and maintaining effective department QA/QC programs and monitors.
  • Must perform within the productivity expectations as set forth by current departmental guidelines.
  • Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
  • Perform all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry's best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
  • Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate Policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.
  • Addresses Client Concerns.

EDUCATION & LICENSURE:
  • Bachelors Degree
  • National certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) as a Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Cytogenetics (CG) or as a Medical Technologist (MT).
  • Tennessee State Laboratory License optional.
  • Maintains appropriate continuing education for certification and licensure.

EXPERIENCE
  • Three years job-related experience preferred.
  • Computer proficiency preferred.

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