Histotechnician - Anatomic Pathology

Compensation: $26.33 to $39.50 per hour (Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.)

The Impact You Can Make

Do you have a fascination with histology, and a passion for helping others? Our Histology department is looking for qualified candidates like you to apply for our Histotechnician opportunity! Come join our team of exceptional healthcare team members and take your specimen processing and preparation skills to the next level! If you are a board certified Histotechnician with careful attention to detail and appreciation for the scientific method, this opportunity is for you! 

Some position highlights include: 

• Full time opportunity with hours between 4 am and 5 pm

• Office hours during the weekdays only!

• Great for professionals who have a focused interest on histology

• For new grads, we will provide an intensive and competent program for on-the-job training with a paid orientation phase to help ensure your success 

• For more experienced candidates, there are potential opportunities for professional growth through cross training, education, quality initiatives programs, and further certification.

How You Will Fulfill Your Potential (Responsibilities)

• Perform a variety of histologic procedures on a variety of patient specimens

• Provide the Pathologists with quality slides with which to make their diagnosis

• Assist the Pathologist with Frozen Sections

• Collect, change and dispose of chemical solutions from the processors, histologic medical waste and chemical fixatives

• Perform, evaluate, and document quality control according to established guidelines 

• Participate in departmental quality assurance activities

• Perform the following procedures on surgical and autopsy specimens:

  • Identification

  • Specimen processing

  • Fixation/dehydration

  • Embedding

  • Microtomy/sectioning of embedded tissue

  • Cover-slipping

  • Staining

  • Managing Immunohistochemical procedures

What You Bring (Qualifications)

• Education/Accredited Programs: 2-year Associates in Science in a certified histological technician program or higher required.

• Licenses/Certificates/Registrations: New York State Licensed Histotechnician/ ASCP board certification required.

• Experience/Abilities

  • Ability to read and understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS) and departmental procedures.

  • Ability to understand and comply with department/organizational safety manuals

  • Ability to understand communication with attending pathologist and or pathology assistant in both written and oral forms

  • Ability to demonstrate effective problem solving and team building skills

  • Ability to coach and orient newer staff regarding SOPS