Histotechnologist I

Quest Diagnostics•Mount Kisco, NY

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Histotechnologist I - Mount Kisco, NY, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This role involves performing routine and non-routine activities in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures. The Histotechnologist I is capable of performing all the duties and responsibilities of a Histotechnician I and II. Key tasks include ensuring proper accessioning and labeling of tissue samples, processing associated paperwork, ensuring proper tissue processing, embedding processed tissue in paraffin, performing microtomy of embedded tissue, preparing slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining, and performing cover slipping of stained slides. The role also involves preparing solutions and reagents for special stain procedures, obtaining and validating tissue for special stains, performing all special stain procedures, and potentially preparing solutions/reagents and performing IHC procedures. Additionally, the position requires filing finished blocks and slides, performing routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment, troubleshooting minor equipment failures, documenting remedial actions, adhering to quality control policies, and ensuring compliance with all safety, quality control, quality assurance, local, federal, CLIA, and CAP regulations.

Requirements

AA or AS degree or equivalent training and experience
1-3 years experience as a Histotechnician
HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) certification

Responsibilities

Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures.
Perform all the duties/responsibilities of a Histotechnician I and II.
Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples.
Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
Ensure proper tissue processing.
Embed processed tissue in paraffin.
Perform microtomy of embedded tissue.
Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining.
Perform cover slipping of stained slides either manually or automated.
Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.
Obtain and validate tissue used in special stains.
Perform all special stain procedures.
May prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures.
May obtain and validate control material used in IHC procedures.
May perform IHC testing.
Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoot minor equipment failures.
Document remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests.
Adhere to laboratory's 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.

Benefits

Day 1 Medical
supplemental health
dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program
Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities