Histotechnician - Anatomic Pathology

Job Description

The Impact You Can Make

Team Impact

To perform a variety of histologic procedures on a variety of patient specimens to provide the Pathologists with quality slides with which to make their diagnosis

The Glens Falls Hospital Impact

Mission

Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.

How You Will Fulfill Your Potential

Responsibilities

• Perform identification of surgical and autopsy specimens
• Process specimens through fixation and dehydration
• Embed tissue samples for sectioning
• Sectioning of embedded tissue by using microtomy techniques
• Coverslip prepared slides
• Perform staining procedures
• Conduct Immunohistochemical testing

Education/Accredited Programs

• 2yr Associates in Science

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations

• New York State License / ASCP certified

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to read and understand SOPS and departmental procedure and 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
• May teach and orient new staff regarding SOPS

Salary Range

The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $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.

About Us

Mission

Our mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.

Communities We Serve

Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.

Benefits

Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found on the career page here.