Travel Cytotechnologist - $2,966 per week

About the role

Specialty: Cytotechnologist

Discipline: Allied Health Professional

Location: Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH

Start date: 10/26/2026

Duration: 13 weeks

Employment type: Travel

Hours: 40 hours per week, 8‑hour day shifts

Shift: Monday–Friday, 07:30–16:00; no weekends, no call, no holidays

Travel requirement: Traveler’s permanent address must be greater than 100 miles from the most central facility to be eligible.

Responsibilities

The principal responsibility of the Cytotechnologist is to microscopically examine a wide variety of complex cellular body specimens for the purpose of identifying abnormal changes in cells that may be indicative of inflammatory, premalignant, malignant or other changes. The process must be performed with a high degree of accuracy, precision and timeliness. These assessments are based on specific knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and pathology, and on judgement acquired in specialized undergraduate and postgraduate training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with field of study: Cytotechnology, chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science AND possess Certification as a CT (ASCP), SCT (ASCP) or CT (CMIAC).
• OR Bachelor of Science degree in chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science AND graduate of a CAHEA‑approved school of Cytotechnology.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with travel assignments in a hospital setting.
• High‑volume lab experience.
• Hologic/ThinPrep experience — must be Hologic Imager trained and able to show certificate of training (include in profile submission).
• ThinPrep certification, diploma, and 2026 PAP PT with submission required.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 07:30–16:00 (5 × 8‑hour shifts)
• No weekends, no call, no holidays

Additional information

• EMR system: Epic
• Lab personnel wear red scrubs
• Must include ThinPrep Cert, Diploma, and 2026 PAP PT with submission in profile summary

About the company

TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, their commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made them a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape. Their mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain high standards of care.