Histotechnician — Pathology Lab Expert & Growth

Cayuga Health System; Hayts Corner (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Health in Ithaca, NY is seeking a Histotechnician to prepare and process surgical and cytology specimens for microscopic diagnosis. The role includes embedding, sectioning, staining, and cooperation with pathologists, with opportunities to participate in intraoperative consultations.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate or Bachelor's in histology, NYS Histotechnician license, and relevant experience. Strong communication, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in histology or related science.
• NYS Histotechnician license or CLT license with relevant experience.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and ability to prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Embed, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping of pathology specimens.
• Process specimens for special stains, immunohistochemistry, and send-out testing as requested.
• Ensure accurate specimen identification, accessioning, and integrity throughout processing.
• Assist with intraoperative consultations under pathologist direction.
• Operate, maintain, and document preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments.
• Identify, correct, or report issues affecting test performance and report results.
• Comply with laboratory, hospital, and HIPAA requirements.
• Maintain slide, block, and specimen retention and retrieval systems.
• Perform gross examination of uncomplicated surgical specimens and assist with postmortem exams.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Prioritization

Education

Histology degree

NYS Histotechnician license

NY certificate program

Job description

Cayuga Health in Ithaca, NY is seeking a Histotechnician to prepare and process surgical and cytology specimens for microscopic diagnosis. The role includes embedding, sectioning, staining, and cooperation with pathologists, with opportunities to participate in intraoperative consultations.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate or Bachelor's in histology, NYS Histotechnician license, and relevant experience. Strong communication, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize are essential.