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New York Cancer and Blood Specialists


New York, NY, United States

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Histology technician


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Category:

Histology Anatomic Pathology Manager & Supervisor

Title:

Histology technician

Location:

Port Jefferson, NY 

Zip Code:

11510
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Employment Type:

Full time

Salary:

$55.71 per hour
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Job Requirements:

We require:
· Knowledge of equipment and supplies used in a laboratory.
· Knowledge of laboratory methods and techniques.
· Ability to give information and directions clearly and concisely.
· Ability to work under minimal supervision and well with others
· Basic computer skills required
· Must be detail-oriented, careful, and have high integrity and discipline
· Excellent communication skills and work well in a team environment
· H.S. diploma or equivalency required
· 1 year of experience in Histology laboratory or Medical Technologist.
· ASCP Certification (HT/HTL or MS/MLS) strongly preferred
· NYS licensure required as Histology Technician or Medical Technologist.
· Familiarity with histology procedures preferred, but willing to train.

Job Description:

Histology Technician
 
New York Cancer Specialists (NYCBS), a prominent and respected Oncology/Hematology group, is seeking a Histology Technician to join a well-established and growing pure sub-specialty practice with academic affiliation. Clinics from Southampton to NYC. Practice manages a freestanding outpatient 7-day per week Cancer Center with extensive chemotherapy administration, Radiation Oncology, Pharmacy and Research department.
In this role you will:
  • Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by a pathologist(s).
  • Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples.
  • Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
  • Ensure proper tissue processing, embedding, and microtomy.
  • Perform cover slipping of stained slides either manually or automated.
  • Perform recuts requested by a Pathologist.
  • Prepare solutions and reagents for stain procedures.
  • Perform stains procedures.
  • Utilize IHC instrumentation.
  • Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
  • Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshooting minor equipment failures. Document remedial actions such as repairs and repeated tests.
  • Adhere to the 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, NY State, CLIA, and CAP regulations.
  • Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
  • Responsible for training and cross-training other employees.
  • Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
We require:
· Knowledge of equipment and supplies used in a laboratory.
· Knowledge of laboratory methods and techniques.
· Ability to give information and directions clearly and concisely.
· Ability to work under minimal supervision and well with others
· Basic computer skills required
· Must be detail-oriented, careful, and have high integrity and discipline
· Excellent communication skills and work well in a team environment
· H.S. diploma or equivalency required
· 1 year of experience in Histology laboratory or Medical Technologist.
· ASCP Certification (HT/HTL or MS/MLS) strongly preferred
· NYS licensure required as Histology Technician or Medical Technologist.
· Familiarity with histology procedures preferred, but willing to train.
Max salary: $55.71 per hour (based on experience)
Hours: Day (Flexible) 
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including Tuition Reimbursement, Health Insurance on day 1 of employment, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long term disability, 401k Plan, generous PTO time, 8 paid holidays (2 floating) and more.
Histology Technician: Applicants please email resumes to our corporate headquarters:
Robert Nicoletti - Chief Human Resources Officer
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer and Blood Specialist
Building #4
1 Research Road
People Operations Department

Job ID:

39350