Histology Lab Technician

Histology Lab Technician

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists (NYCBS)

Port Jefferson, NY

New York Cancer Specialists (NCYBS), 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:

• Under general supervision and according to policies and procedures, performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by a pathologist(s).
• Capable of performing all of the duties/responsibilities of a Histotechnician.
• Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples.
• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
• Ensure proper tissue processing, embedding, and microtomy.
• Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated.
• Performs recuts requested by a Pathologist.
• Prepare solutions and reagents for stain procedures.
• Perform stains procedures.
• Well experienced in IHC instrumentation and stains.
• 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.

Hours: Monday-Friday.

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.

For immediate consideration, click to apply or send to fax below:

Robert Nicoletti - Chief Human Resources Officer

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists

Building #4

1500 Route 112

Human Resources Department

Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776

Fax - (631) 675 5066

Visit our website at: nycancer.com and follow us on Facebook.

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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