Histotechnician: Precision Tissue Processing & Stains

001 University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a Histology Technician to perform grossing, embedding, microtomy, special stains, and immunohistochemistry to support a pathologist. Responsibilities include Grossing sections, operating equipment, staining, ensuring quality standards, and training other technologists.

Strong adherence to safety and departmental procedures is essential. Associate degree in histology or medical laboratory technology is required, with NYSED licensure on hire.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in applied sciences in Histology or Medical Laboratory Technology required.
• Previous experience as a histology technician preferred.
• NYSED licensure required upon hire (Histotechnician) or NYS Medical Laboratory Technician Licensure upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Grosses sections of human tissue for examination.
• Operates laboratory equipment to embed, section and stain specimens.
• Operates equipment to perform special staining and Immunohistochemistry stains as requested.
• Follows departmental policies, quality objectives, and safety standards.
• Examines slides under a microscope to ensure quality standards.
• Performs maintenance on laboratory equipment and troubleshooting.
• Supports training of other technologists and residents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Grossing

Embedding

Microtomy

Immunohistochemistry

Quality standards

Safety procedures

Education

Associate's degree in Histology or Medical Laboratory Technology

NYSED licensure upon hire

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

The University of Rochester is seeking a Histology Technician to perform grossing, embedding, microtomy, special stains, and immunohistochemistry to support a pathologist. Responsibilities include Grossing sections, operating equipment, staining, ensuring quality standards, and training other technologists.

Strong adherence to safety and departmental procedures is essential. Associate degree in histology or medical laboratory technology is required, with NYSED licensure on hire.