Histotechnician - Anatomic Pathology

Job Description
Compensation: $22.33 to $37.00 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 a 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
• Other benefits include tuition/licensure reimbursement, a referral bonus program, free access to our Employee Assistance Program, and much more!

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 License 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

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.