Histology Technician /Technologist

Current and active license as a NYSED Certified Histotechnician OR current and active license as a NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technician

Experience preferred but newly NYSED Certified Histotechnician or NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technician qualified individuals considered.

ASCP preferred.

NYSED Certified Histotechnician or NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technician license or eligible required.

If not licensed, applicable NYSED permit required within two months of hire, applicable NYSED license required within one year of permit issuance .

Trainee’s without a Permit may observe, read procedures and learn processes in each section of histology

They may not under any circumstances verify any testing on patients.

They may be used for specimen processing.

Histotechnologist

Current and active license as a NYSED Histotechnologist OR current and active license as a NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Experience preferred but newly NYSED Histotechnologist or NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist qualified individuals considered.

NYSED Histotechnologist or NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist license or eligible required.

Once a Permit has been obtained, candidate may verify tests/procedures in areas that competency has been completed

Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.

Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 10 lbs.

Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.