Histotechnologist

Job duties specific to Histotechnologist functions:   

·         Prepares grossing area and specimens for pathologists;

·         Assists pathologists with setting up surgical specimens, gross description, etc.;

·         Labels specimens containers, cassettes and slides and affixes coverslips to slides;

·         Prepares sections of human tissue for microscopic examination and patient diagnosis, using techniques to gross, embed, section, stain, and mount tissue from surgical procedures;

·         Prepares frozen sections;

·         Performs recuts and additional stains including special and immunohistochemistry stains requested by the pathologist.

·         Files, retrieves, and distributes slides, blocks, reports;

·         Maintains and operates equipment and instruments, tracks all routine maintenance and quality control performed;

·         Maintains all records, updates, standard operating procedures, etc., as required by regulatory agencies (i.e., NYSDOH CLEP, TJC, OSHA);

·         Enters information such as demographics, order numbers, etc., into automated systems;

·         Attends pertinent seminars, webinars, etc., to remain abreast of instrumentation and methodology in the field.

·         Uses computer applications and/ or other automated systems (Word, Excel, Email) and other database software in performing work assignments;

·         Disposes hazardous chemical waste per regulatory guidelines;

·         Complies with all policies and procedures

·         Oversees technical aspects of staff performance

·         Reviews, revises and develops procedures

·         Collaborates with laboratory management (Laboratory director, Anatomic Pathology Coordinator, etc.)

Job expectations for all Samaritan employees:   

Promotes and role models the mission, values, vision and strategic goals of Samaritan in all interactions with staff, peers, residents, family members, vendors and visitors. Treats people with dignity, professionalism and kindness

·         Demonstrates excellent internal and external customer service skills such as friendly greeting, making eye contact, listening attentively, responding in a timely manner, showing respect and empathy and acting as a role model for staff and peers

·         Demonstrates excellent work attendance, reliability and work ethics.  Arrives at facility on time for assigned shift and prepared to work

·         Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions including reorientation

·         Complies with established policies, procedures, and codes of conduct at all times (e.g., dress code policy)

·         Adheres to all health and safety requirements, regulations, policies and procedures

·         Practices and teaches safety awareness.  Identifies and reports or corrects any possible safety or environmental issues

·         Understands all HIPAA and other compliance & regulatory requirements associated with their role, including completion of required internal or external training/certifications

·         Performs a variety of related duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS  

·         Certified Histotechnologist (NYS license). NYS Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist or, Certified Medical Laboratory Technician, with appropriate histology training and experience 

Samaritan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.