Histotechnologist

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of laboratory leadership at all times and with some latitude to work independently, responsible for all of the functions of processing tissue samples for histological diagnosis by a pathologist.
• Performs grossing, embedding, microtomy, special staining and processing of Immunohistochemistry slides.
• Has responsibility for equipment maintenance, daily quality control, and adherence to all policies.
• Communicates with internal and external clients clearly and professionally.
• Reports to work at assigned UR Labs location/site.

Essential Functions

• Performs gross sections of human tissue for examination.
• Operates laboratory equipment to embed, section, and stain specimens.
• Operates equipment to perform special staining and Immunohistochemistry stains, as requested.
• Manual staining may be required.
• Follows all departmental and organizational policies, procedures, quality objectives, and safety standards and keeps current with changes in laboratory processes and procedures.
• Participates in the training of other technologists, technicians, and/or residents.
• Guides and develops professional content for learning experiences.
• Examines slides under a microscope to ensure that slides meet laboratory quality standards.
• Identifies issues and troubleshoots for resolution.
• Performs maintenance on laboratory equipment, including but not limited to preventative, routine, and troubleshooting.
• Affords assistance in writing and updating procedures as needed.
• Affords the additional responsibilities of supervision and assessing competency as qualified/applicable.

Minimum Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Histology or Medical Technology, or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Biology, and 1 year of relevant clinical laboratory experience required.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Previous experience as a Histology Technician preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of anatomy, histology, chemistry preferred.

Licenses And Certifications

• Histotechnologist, NYSED Histotechnologist license required upon hire.
• Clinical Laboratory Technologist, NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist license required upon hire.