Histotechnologist I (Histology / Nights)

Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

We are currently seeking an overnight Histotechnologist to join our Immunohistochemistry team .

The IHC Histotechnologist will support daily Immunohistochemistry laboratory operations, including specimen preparation, technical testing, quality control, instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, validation, and compliance with regulatory and departmental requirements.
Perform and document IHC quality control activities according to laboratory procedures.
Analyze and troubleshoot equipment-related, staining-related, reagent-related, and workflow-related issues in a timely manner.
Maintain accurate quality control, quality assurance, validation, and maintenance records.
Work collaboratively with supervisors, leads, pathologists, and team members to support patient care, laboratory quality, and turnaround time.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field.
NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist license, Certified Histological Technologist license, or eligibility to obtain NYS licensure required.
Prior experience in Histology and/or Immunohistochemistry is strongly preferred.

Ability to perform dilutions and laboratory calculations accurately.
Ability to perform IHC quality control and maintain complete documentation.
Strong troubleshooting skills related to staining quality, instrument function, reagents, and workflow.
Strong digital literacy, including working with laboratory databases and computer systems.
Good decision-making skills, with proven ability to make timely decisions that support laboratory operations.
Open-minded and flexible with updated workflows, process improvements, and operational changes.
Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM, 100% onsite.
Location: Main Hospital Campus, 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY.
Differential: 10% overnight differential & additional 10% differential for Sundays (20%!)

Compensation Philosophy
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