Histotechnician
$67,621–$101,421 year
On-siteWhite Plains, New York, United States
Job Summary
Perform designated histologic procedures using manual and automated techniques to produce high-quality pathology slides for Pathologist review. Embed and section tissue blocks, process biopsy and routine specimens, and execute routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining while identifying and correcting inconsistencies. Execute special stains, immunohistochemistry procedures, and all associated quality control, including verifying positive controls and documenting results. Maintain accurate records, perform equipment maintenance, calibrations, and preventive maintenance, and escalate testing or equipment issues to laboratory leadership. Support regulatory-readiness activities for CAP, NYSDOH, and Joint Commission, participate in proficiency testing and quality-improvement programs, and maintain required STAT turnaround times.
Required Qualifications
- Current New York State Clinical Laboratory Technician license, New York State Histotechnician license, or qualifying New York State Pathologists' Assistant license
- Education meeting applicable New York State Office of the Professions and CLIA requirements for laboratory testing personnel
- Knowledge of histologic laboratory procedures
- Ability to perform tissue embedding and sectioning
- Ability to perform and evaluate H&E and special stains
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to laboratory quality
- Ability to follow quality-control and quality-assurance procedures
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently while escalating significant findings appropriately
- Flexibility and adaptability in a changing laboratory environment
- Maintain required STAT turnaround times
- Participate in proficiency testing, validations, training, and competency assessments
- Support laboratory inspection and regulatory-readiness activities
- Participate in quality-improvement programs and report nonconformances
- Maintain inventory records, including lot numbers, expiration dates, labeling, and quality-control requirements
- Complete required annual training, in-services, and continuing education
- Maintain compliance with laboratory safety and chemical-handling procedures
- Maintaining 12 continuing-education credits per year
Desired Qualifications
- Degree in Medical Technology or a related science
- At least one year of relevant hospital Histology experience
- ASCP certification
- Immunohistochemistry experience
- Experience in an acute-care hospital pathology laboratory
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