Clinical Histology Tech I

Clinical Histology Tech I

Allied Health --> Clinical Labs

New York, NY Full-Time/Regular

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.

Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Clinical Histology Tech I. In this role, the successful candidate prepares tissue specimens for pathological examination.

Job Responsibilities:

• Specimen Embedding and Microtomy
• QC/QA Participation
• Filing of blocks and slides and slide distribution
• Participation in supply inventory management and ordering if applicable
• Proper use of LIS; Powerpath and Omni-Trax
• Utilizing the Cryostat for Preparation of Frozen Sections.
• Utilizing, maintaining, and troubleshooting all equipment; tissue processors (VIP & Peloris), Ventana Nexus, XT, and Ultras, and all histology equipment.
• Slide coverslipping and labeling
• H/E and special staining and preparation of solutions

Minimum Qualifications:

• NYSDOH Licensed as a Certified Clinical Laboratory histotechnician, histotechnologist, technician, or technologist.
• An Associates Degree from a relevant course of study as defined by NYS clinical laboratory licensing requirements.
• A highschool degree will only be accepted if the individual has the designated experience defined by NYS and has obtained their NYS license through the grandparenting pathway defined by NYS.
• Experience required is 6 months - 1 year in a surgical pathology laboratory.
• Exposure to Computer systems. Good communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree. HTL(ASCP) Certification.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $99,053.60 - $125,117.01 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.