Histology, Bench Technician, Day Shift

Job Description

Position & Client Overview:

A 300-bed hospital located in beautiful Westchester County in Upstate New York is looking for a Histology Technician to test in their busy anatomic pathology laboratory on the day shift. This is a day shift role.

Salary Range: $62,421.74-$91,348.53

Working at this hospital offers a range of employment benefits that make it an attractive place for healthcare professionals. Employees enjoy comprehensive health and dental insurance, generous paid time off, and retirement savings plans with employer contributions. The hospital also provides opportunities for professional development and continuing education, fostering a supportive environment for career growth. Additionally, the hospital's commitment to work-life balance is evident through flexible scheduling options and wellness programs designed to support the physical and mental well-being of its staff.

Living in the White Plains area is wonderful due to its vibrant community and diverse range of activities. Residents can enjoy a variety of indoor activities such as visiting the White Plains Performing Arts Center for live theater performances or exploring the numerous shopping and dining options at The Westchester mall. Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of the beautiful parks and recreational areas, including the scenic trails at Saxon Woods Park and the picturesque Kensico Dam Plaza. The area also offers easy access to New York City, providing even more cultural and entertainment opportunities just a short train ride away.

Job Summary:

Perform routine specimen preparation which involves cutting various tissue types and mounting them on glass slides for examination under the microscope by the pathologist.

Nationally certified histotechnician experienced in receiving, processing, and preparing patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the pathologist. Able to perform complex histologic procedures, recognize deviations from expected results, and analyze and correct problems using scientific principles learned from NAACLS training and one years of experience.

Skill Requirements:

Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment

Dexterity and good hand-eye coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens

Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Remove tissue from a preservative solution, remove water from the sample, and replace it with paraffin wax

Embed sample in a larger block of wax to prepare it for slicing before mounting it on a microtome

Slice or section the sample then stain with special dyes and mount on a slide for viewing with a microscope

Education, Certification, & Experience:

Associate or Bachelor's Degree or 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) from a regionally accredited college/university with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry

HT/L(ASCP) certification

Or on the job trained/non certified per the lab approval

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law.

Full-time