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Cytotechnologist

Gundersen Health System
La Crosse, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/8/2026
Love medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Emplify Health by Gundersen is adding a Cytotechnologist to our Pathology team.

What You'll Do

As a Cytotechnologist, you will be responsible for the screening and reporting of negative gynecological cytology cases and identifying and referring abnormal cases to the pathologist. You are also responsible for the screening of non-gynecological specimens for the identification of abnormalities prior to the pathologist examination of the specimen.

What's Available

  • Fulltime - 72 hours biweekly (0.9 FTE)
  • Day shifts, no weekends, holidays, or call required
  • Starting pay of $37.40 per hour and up based on your years of experience


What You'll Need

  • Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology from an accredited school of cytotechnology OR certified by a certification agency approved by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
  • A copy of the applicant's/employee's diploma and/or transcript as confirmation of the education requirement must be provided at time of hire
  • American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Cytotechnologist Certification
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory procedures
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues


What You'll Get

  • Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States
  • A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated
  • Departmental leadership that supports you as you do your best work
  • Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development Center
  • A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member
  • Substantial retirement contribution including a 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need
  • Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more!
  • Relocation assistance available


If you are motivated, skilled, and dedicated to delivering exceptional laboratory services, we would love to hear from you. Join us as we provide excellent, compassionate care to our community all while doing the work you love in the beautiful coulee region!

About Us

Emplify health by Gundersen is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa, serving more than 500,000 residents throughout 19 counties annually. Our physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system includes a 325-bed teaching hospital and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; affiliate hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. Our mission is simple yet profound: Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning, and innovating. We deliver Love Medicine every day to change lives in our communities and enrich the lives of our employees.

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.

We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $37

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