Pros and Cons of a Cytology Technician Career
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Cytology technicians assist in medical diagnoses by examining samples of cells. Read on for more pros and cons to this career.
| Pros of Being a Cytology Technician |
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| Can get a job with just a high school diploma and some relevant experience** |
| The aging population and their medical conditions contribute to the expected steady need for technicians* |
| Can work in various locations (physician offices, hospitals and labs)* |
| Opportunity to detect cancer in patients and help people*** |
| Cons of Being a Cytology Technician |
|---|
| Median annual wage ($38,000) is lower than the national average* |
| May need to be licensed or certified to work in some states* |
| May work with infectious bodily samples and dangerous chemicals* |
| Some technicians work during evenings, nights and weekends* |
| May need stamina to stand a long time* |
Sources: *U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, **Multiple online job postings, *** American Society for Cytotechnology (ASCT).
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