Histotechnician I - Bassett Medical Center

Overview:

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients?  Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference.  We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. 

Responsibilities:

A Histotechnican I is a licensed clinical laboratory technology practitioner who performs slide based histological assays, tests, and procedures and any other such tests conducted by a clinical histology laboratory, including maintaining equipment and records and performing quality assurance activities relating to procedure performance on histological testing of human tissues. Prepares samples for
examination and performance of testing following established procedures. Correlates knowledge and understanding of theory and technical elements of testing to solve problems and answers questions effectively and efficiently. 

• Prepares slides and tests for macroscopic and microscopic examination and performs manual and automatic staining procedures in accordance with established protocols
  
• Performs Quality Control processes
  
• Maintains laboratory equipment, instruments, reagents and/or supplies and documentation required
  
• Follows all institution and department policies and procedures
  
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment
  
• Review work of students as assigned
  
• Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager.

Qualifications:

Education:

• 2 year/Associate degree in related field, required
• Candidates must be qualified as a Histotechnician or clinical laboratory technician in accordance with New York State Department of Health Regulations, required

Licensure/Certifications:

• Licensure by NYS SED as a Clinical Laboratory Technician or  Histotechnician, or licensure eligible with a limited permit or limited license as a Clinical Laboratory Technician or Histotechnician, required
  
  • Limited Permit is granted to individuals that meet the educational requirements for licensure except for the licensing examination which must be taken within one year from the issuance of a limited permit.

Skills:

• Attention to Detail
• Critical Thinking
• Accuracy
• Communication
• Accountability
• Reading/Writing/Comprehension

Physical Requirements:

• Medium work: exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects

  Occasional: lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping

  Frequent: typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, talking, walking

  Constant:fit testing

Hazards:

• Occasional: chemical, mechanical
• Frequent: bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure

Working Conditions:

• Occasional: fumes, odors

Total Rewards:

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:  

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match 
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Transparency Statement (Text Only):Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.Min:USD $28.98/Hr.Max:USD $43.47/Hr.EEO Statement (Text Only):We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.