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Histology Technician
- Northwell Health (Staten Island, NY)
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**Req Number** 160146
Job Description
Performs routine cutting and staining of surgical specimens including frozen sections and special stains.
Job Responsibility
+ * Performs procedures necessary for the processing specimens for microscopic histological examination including performing gross examination and dictation of biopsy and non-complex surgical specimens requiring indirect supervision by a Pathologist.
+ * Assist pathologist in performing procedures necessary for the processing and interpretation of frozen section specimens.
+ * Assists physicians to perform Fine-Needle-Aspiration (FNA) procedures
+ * Utilizes computer systems for processing Histology and/or Immuno-histo-chemistry specimen information according to departmental procedures.
+ * Notifies Supervisor of problems and unusual specimens as they occur
+ * Performs routine and special staining procedures, as directed
+ * Maintains equipment in operating condition by performing and documenting routine preventative maintenance Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and documents action taken
+ * Performs and documents Histology and Immuno-histo-chemistry quality control procedures.
+ * Maintains cleanliness of workbench and surrounding area, and follows established safety and infection control procedures.
+ * Assists in revision and update of Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual
+ * Maintains inventory of chemical reagents and supplies
+ * Prepares solutions for Histology procedures when necessary.
+ * Prepares Immuno-histo-chemistry specimens that are to be sent out to reference labs and maintains a supply of packing materials and forms.Documents the return of slides and blocks from reference la
+ Performs related duties as required
*ADA Essential Functions
PHYSICAL DEMAND:
+ Occasional pushing, stooping, stretching, pulling lifting (objects 5-10 lbs)
+ Frequent standing, sitting, walking, carrying of small objects.
Job Qualification
+ High school diploma or equivalent, required. Associates Degree, preferred. ASCP certification preferred.
+ Licensed by New York State Education Department (NYSED) as a Certified Histology (or Clinical Laboratory) Technician, required.
+ Minimum of one (1) year experience in laboratory histological procedures.
+ Schedule: Monday - Friday, NO WEEKENDS
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $43.00-$52.44/hour
It is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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