Histotechnician

Cynet Systems•White Plains, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision and according to policies and procedures, the candidate will perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologists.

Requirements

Associate degree (A.A. or A.S.) with 1+ years of experience within the last 10 years, OR a High School diploma/equivalent with 5+ years of full-time acceptable experience as a Histotechnician within the last 10 years.
HT (ASCP) certification, ASCP eligible, OR 5+ years of full-time experience within the last 10 years.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologists under general supervision and according to policies and procedures.
Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
Ensure proper tissue processing.
Perform embedding and microtomy for select specimen types as defined by the Histology Manager or Supervisor under general supervision.
Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining.
Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or using automated methods.
Perform special stains under the approval or discretion of the Histology Manager or Supervisor under general supervision.
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of non-complex equipment.
Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
Adhere to laboratory quality control policies and document all quality control activities.
Ensure all corporate safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards are met.
Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA, and CAP regulations.
Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.