Histology Technician in Long Island, New York

KA Recruiting Inc.; Bay Shore (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing firm is seeking a Full Time Histotechnologist for a permanent position in Long Island, New York. This role involves processing intricate tissue specimens, training staff, and ensuring diagnostic quality. Candidates with an Associate's Degree in Science and NYS Licensure are encouraged to apply, even if lacking extensive experience.

Benefits

Full benefits package (401k, PTO, medical/dental/vision)

Competitive pay

Room for career growth

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or higher in Science required.
• ASCP (HT or HTL) certification or eligibility needed.
• Experience preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Process and prepare tissue specimens using various histologic techniques.
• Teach and supervise other lab staff.
• Prepare control and diagnostic slides, ensuring quality of preparations.

Skills

Histologic techniques

Supervision

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate's Degree in Science

NYS Licensure

Job description

Full Time Histotechnologist needed in Long Island, New York! Apply now for an interview!

Position Highlights:

• Full-time, permanent job opportunity
• Full benefits package (401k, PTO, medical/dental/vision insurance)
• Competitive pay
• Room for career growth!

Job Duties:

• Process and prepare fixed and unfixed tissue and cytology specimens using histologic, frozen sectioning, immunohistochemical, in situ hybridization, and tissue microarray techniques Teach and instruct other lab staff in these techniques (1-3) Supervise and train new staff or students as needed, including hiring, performance management, and related duties, in addition to instruction on techniques and consultation on project work Prepares microscopic slides for diagnostic processing, embedding, microtomy, mounting (paraffin/frozen sections), staining (routine/special/IHC), slide and block labeling & coverslipping Performs special staining techniques for interstitial elements of tissue sections to include micro-organisms and various cellular components including antigens and enzymes for complex diagnosis and prognostic markers Contribute to corporate strategy for additional regulatory approvals (CAP, FDA, ) relating to GHI Histopathology Assess the quality of slide preparations and troubleshoot procedures if necessary Prepare control slides and in collaboration with the laboratory director, validate technical procedures before applying to clinical or research samples

Position Requirements:

• Associate's Degree in Science (or higher)
• ASCP (HT or HTL) or eligible to obtain
• Experience is preferred (but not required!)
• NYS Licensure to work in the laboratory required

Interested? Apply to this job or send a resume to for consideration!

(REF: MK51914)