Port Jefferson, NY
At
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), we foster an environment where passionate professionals thrive. Our 200+ oncologists, hematologists, and staff across 25 locations are united by a mission: redefining what's possible against cancer and blood disorders. With cutting-edge treatments, groundbreaking research, and a patient-first philosophy, we're innovators reshaping modern medicine. Join our rapidly growing organization serving over 50,000 patients annually and unlock new frontiers in healing and hope.
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.
Salary$25 per hour
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.
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New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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