Histotechnician

Histotechnicians are an essential part of the team of laboratory health care professionals. They perform testing and prepare body fluids and tissues that are critical to the diagnostic process in determining health and disease.

Responsibilities Include :

• Sets-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.
• Performs routine and / or preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment
• Troubleshoots basic instrumentation, chemicals, reagents, stains, solutions, technical problems and methodologies.
• Works with the team to ensure adequate reagent and supply inventory levels at all times
• 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