Histology Technologist - Tissue Prep & Immunohistochemistry

Northwell; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health seeks a Histotechnologist to prepare tissue samples for microscopic examination. You will gross, process, embed, cut sections, and stain slides, including H&E and specialized methods, with strict records and patient confidentiality.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and current New York licensure to practice in this field, with 0–1 years' technical experience preferred. Expect to train staff and work under minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Current NY State license to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or Histotechnologist.
• 0-1 years of technical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares (grosses) tissue specimens for processing with identification throughout.
• Fix, dehydrate, clear, and embed tissue specimens.
• Performs microtomy to cut thin sections and mount on slides.
• Performs routine and special histological staining (H&E).
• Executes specialized staining techniques (immunohistochemistry, enzyme histochemistry, immune fluorescence and ISH).
• Operates automated staining equipment and troubleshoots issues.
• Maintains accurate records and patient confidentiality.
• Assists in training new laboratory personnel.
• Uses independent judgment within defined parameters.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Assists senior team members in method selection and analytical approach.
• Majority of contact is within own department supporting day-to-day clinical cases.
• May mentor and train team members and assist department management in daily operations.
• Performs related duties as required; all essential functions per ADA.

Job description

Northwell Health seeks a Histotechnologist to prepare tissue samples for microscopic examination. You will gross, process, embed, cut sections, and stain slides, including H&E and specialized methods, with strict records and patient confidentiality.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and current New York licensure to practice in this field, with 0–1 years' technical experience preferred. Expect to train staff and work under minimal supervision.