Histology Tech / Histotechnologist / Histologist / Histotech in New York!

Job Description


Histology Tech - Mt. Vernon, New York - Permanent & Full-Time - Click and Apply Now!

• Different shifts/schedules available.
• Competitive pay and full benefits offered.

Responsibilities

• Run tissue processor to produce paraffin blocks. File paraffin blocks and slides.
• Embed pathology specimen to view all layers.
• Cut Pathology specimens on rotary microtome.
• Stain routine Hematoxylin Eosin to view tissue section, stain routine special stains (GMS, AFB, PAS) in order to identify organism or specific tissue elements.
• Enzyme histochemistry (leder esterase).
• Perform order entry and update on LISA to bill special stains.
• Label and sign out slides to assure accurate distribution of cases.
• Cover slipper (manual and automated) to ensure there is no water or air bubble under coverslip.
• Perform on all routine work, quality control to ensure high standard in the laboratory.
• Record equipment maintenance to ensure proper operation of equipment.
• Prepare solutions to ensure correct histological processing.
• Process requests from pathology residents and attendings to ensure that work order is complete.
• Assist in Immunohistochemistry procedure to identify antigens.
• File paraffin blocks and slides.
• Perform other duties in the department as needed.

Requirements

• Associate Degree Medical Technology or Life Sciences required.
• New York State Department of Education Certified Histological Laboratory Technician License or a limited permit are required. Applicants must obtain the limited permit within the probationary period of three months for continued employment. Prior to obtaining the limited permit, associates may not release any patient reports.
• Experience prioritizing tissue handling, sign out of cases and trouble shoot technical procedures are required.
• Experience working with the following equipment: Rotary microtome, Laboratory Information System, Scales, Microwave, pH meter, Automated cover slipper, Microscope, Embedding Center, Tissue processor, Water bath, Cryoplate, Incubator oven.
• Knowledge of the procedures for all histopathology techniques, all immunohistochemistry techniques and equipment used in Histology Laboratory required.

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Meet Your Recruiter


Megan Pivarnik
Client Relationship Manager & Senior Healthcare Recruiter


Megan is a Talent Acquisition Healthcare Recruiter based out of Boston, Massachusetts. She has a proven track record using strong organizational, personal, and communication skills to lead and recruit high-quality personnel, secure new business, and build lifelong relationships with Healthcare professionals throughout the nation! Originally from Connecticut, Megan graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Marketing and a minor in Global Communications. Outside of recruiting, she enjoys hanging out with friends, staying active, and spending time with her pets.


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