Histology Technician

{"Job Title": "Histology Technician", "Job Summary": "We are seeking a skilled Histology Technician to join our team at Northwell Health. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing tissue samples for microscopic examination by a Pathologist. This involves grossing and frozen sections, as well as operating tissue processors and embedding centers. You will also be responsible for preparing slides for staining and performing routine staining. Additionally, you will maintain accurate records of all procedures performed and adhere to strict safety protocols.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Prepare tissue specimens for processing, including fixation, dehydration, clearing, and embedding in paraffin wax.
* Operate tissue processors and embedding centers.
* Utilize a microtome to cut thin sections of tissue from paraffin blocks.
* Prepare slides for staining and perform routine staining.
* Maintain accurate records of all procedures performed.
* Adhere to strict safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.

**Requirements:**

* Associate's Degree required.
* Current License to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Technician or Histological Technician in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
* 0-1 years of technical experience required.

**Salary Range:**

The salary range for this position is $63-$63/hour.

**Equal Employment Opportunity:**

Northwell Health is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

**Note:**

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and is subject to change.

**Additional Information:**

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

It is Northwell Health's policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.