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Histotechnician
Cayuga Health System —Ithaca, NY
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Histotechnician

Cayuga Health System -
Ithaca, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$28.35 - $39.38 an hour

Qualifications

Laboratory sample storage
Laboratory tissue sectioning
Biological safety protocols
TJC
Biomedical waste
Chemical handling safety procedures
Completing CE credits
Laboratory safety
HT Certification
HIPAA compliance
Quality records maintenance
Customer service
HIPAA
Equipment troubleshooting
Pathology
Mid-level
Healthcare practice inventory management
Pathology specimen documentation
Clinical Laboratory Technician License
Maintenance activity documentation
Corrective maintenance
Laboratory equipment repair
Laboratory tissue sample preparation
Quality assurance standard operating procedures
Specimen log management
Specimen storage protocols
Laboratory standard operating procedures
Quality improvement
Clinical Laboratory Technologist License
Laboratory quality control

Full Job Description

Histotechnician

Centralus Health Mission

Our mission is to deliver high-quality care; empower our teams to success and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Job Summary

A Histotechnician prepares and processes surgical and cytology specimens to produce high-quality microscopic slides for diagnosis by the pathologist. Responsibilities may also include gross examination of uncomplicated specimens and participation in postmortem examinations. This role performs standardized laboratory procedures with minimal supervision, exercises independent judgment, and contributes to high standards of quality, safety, and customer service.

Essential Job Functions

Perform accurate embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping of anatomic pathology specimens.
Process specimens for additional studies (e.g., special stains, immunohistochemistry, and send-out testing) as requested.
Ensure accurate specimen identification, accessioning, and specimen integrity throughout processing.
Assist with intraoperative consultations under pathologist direction.
Operate, maintain, and document preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments and equipment.
Identify, correct, or promptly report issues affecting test performance or result reporting; fully document corrective actions.
Comply with all laboratory, hospital, corporate compliance, infection prevention, safety, Joint Commission, New York State, and HIPAA requirements.
Maintain professional competency through required continuing education (minimum 12 CE hours annually), training activities, and mandatory education programs.

Additional Responsibilities

Maintain slide, block, and specimen retention and retrieval systems in accordance with departmental policy.
Appropriately discard specimens and biohazardous materials according to laboratory policy.
Monitor and maintain inventory levels, resolve ordering issues, and participate in inventory management initiatives.
Support quality improvement activities, including validation of new processes and reagents, and policy/procedure review.
Perform gross examination of uncomplicated surgical specimens and/or assist with postmortem examinations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Important Note: (*) indicates an essential function of the job as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Essential functions are the core duties that are fundamental to the position and must be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Success Factors

Demonstrates technical competence with laboratory equipment and hospital information systems; troubleshoots issues effectively.
Communicates professionally and respectfully with patients, providers, and colleagues.
Upholds patient and employee confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
Adheres strictly to safety protocols, including proper handling of hazardous chemicals such as formalin and xylene.
Maintains professional, respectful, and customer-focused interactions with patients, providers, and colleagues.
Consistently follows all applicable policies, procedures, regulatory standards, and quality control requirements.

Education / Experience Qualifications

Required:

Associate or Bachelor's degree in histology or a related science, plus completion of a NYS-recognized histotechnician certificate program.
Current or eligible NYS Histotechnician license, or NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician license with relevant experience.
Strong communication skills, attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and ability to prioritize workload.

Preferred:

Minimum of one (1) year of histotechnician experience.

Physical Requirements

Repetitive use of hand and upper-body; prolonged sitting and/or standing.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
Regular exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and laboratory chemicals.

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