Histology Technician

Responsibilities Include

• Set-up and perform a variety of routine and/or complex laboratory tests and procedures relevant to the particular lab area including but not limited to Grossing, cutting, embedding, processing, staining, and frozen sections.
• Prepares and tests specimens for examination and reports results.
• Adheres to written internal and external quality control procedures in order to ensure the quality of all test results.
• Perform routine and/or preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Troubleshoot basic instrumentation, chemicals, reagents, stains, solutions, technical problems and methodologies.
• Work with the team to always ensure adequate reagent and supply inventory levels.
• Actively participates in the analyses of NYSDOH, and CAP PT samples.
• Participates in required Continuous Professional Education Programs.
• Uses Infection Control practices and procedures including, but not limited to, wearing gloves, goggles, protective masks and other safety equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology from an accredited institution or equivalent required.
• Licensed by New York State Education Department (NYSED) as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Technician, Histotechnician, Pathologists Assistant or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 – 5 years’ work experience preferred.
• ASCP certification preferred.

About Us