Histology Technician

Job Description

Performs routine cutting and staining of surgical specimens including frozen sections and special stains.

Job Responsibility

• * Performs procedures necessary for the processing specimens for microscopic histological examination including performing gross examination and dictation of biopsy and non-complex surgical specimens requiring indirect supervision by a Pathologist.
• * Assist pathologist in performing procedures necessary for the processing and interpretation of frozen section specimens.
• * Assists physicians to perform Fine-Needle-Aspiration (FNA) procedures
• * Utilizes computer systems for processing Histology and/or Immuno-histo-chemistry specimen information according to departmental procedures.
• * Notifies Supervisor of problems and unusual specimens as they occur
• * Performs routine and special staining procedures, as directed
• * Maintains equipment in operating condition by performing and documenting routine preventative maintenance Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and documents action taken
• * Performs and documents Histology and Immuno-histo-chemistry quality control procedures.
• * Maintains cleanliness of workbench and surrounding area, and follows established safety and infection control procedures.
• * Assists in revision and update of Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual
• * Maintains inventory of chemical reagents and supplies
• * Prepares solutions for Histology procedures when necessary.
• * Prepares Immuno-histo-chemistry specimens that are to be sent out to reference labs and maintains a supply of packing materials and forms.Documents the return of slides and blocks from reference la
• Performs related duties as required

*ADA Essential Functions

PHYSICAL DEMAND:

• Occasional pushing, stooping, stretching, pulling lifting (objects 5-10 lbs)
• Frequent standing, sitting, walking, carrying of small objects.

Job Qualification

• High school diploma or equivalent, required. Associates Degree, preferred. ASCP certification preferred.
• Licensed by New York State Education Department (NYSED) as a Certified Histology (or Clinical Laboratory) Technician, required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in laboratory histological procedures.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, NO WEEKENDS

*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).