Histotechnician - Anatomic Pathology

Glens Falls Hospital • Glens Falls, NY

3d

About The Position

The Histotechnician performs histologic procedures on patient specimens and prepares quality slides for Pathologists to use in diagnosis. The position assists Pathologists with Frozen Sections and performs procedures on surgical and autopsy specimens, including specimen identification, processing, fixation and dehydration, embedding, microtomy and sectioning, cover-slipping, staining, and management of immunohistochemical procedures.

This is a full-time weekday position with working hours between 4 a.m. and 5 p.m. New graduates receive intensive on-the-job training and a paid orientation phase. Experienced candidates may have opportunities for professional growth through cross-training, education, quality initiatives, and further certification. Compensation is $26.33 to $39.50 per hour, with the exact rate determined case by case based on experience, education, and certifications.

Requirements

• Associate of Science degree from a certified histological technician program or higher.
• New York State Licensed Histotechnician.
• ASCP board certification.
• Ability to read and understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS) and departmental procedures.
• Ability to understand and comply with department and organizational safety manuals.
• Ability to communicate with an attending pathologist and/or pathology assistant in written and oral forms.
• Effective problem-solving and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of histologic procedures on patient specimens.
• Provide Pathologists with quality slides for diagnosis.
• Assist the Pathologist with Frozen Sections.
• Collect, change, and dispose of chemical solutions from processors, histologic medical waste, and chemical fixatives.
• Perform, evaluate, and document quality control according to established guidelines.
• Participate in departmental quality assurance activities.
• Perform identification, processing, fixation and dehydration, embedding, microtomy and sectioning, cover-slipping, and staining on surgical and autopsy specimens.
• Manage immunohistochemical procedures.
• Coach and orient newer staff regarding Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS).

Benefits

• Paid orientation phase

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree