Histotechnologist I - Histology & Special Stains
Overview
This role prepares slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologists at Quest Diagnostics, owning the full histology workflow from accessioning to staining. You'll work Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, in White Plains, NY, with a pay range of $32.36 - $53.40 per hour. The lab processes high volumes of tissue samples, requiring precision in embedding, microtomy, and staining. You'll operate Leica and Sakura equipment for routine and special staining, including Hematoxylin and Eosin and IHC. Join a team that values accuracy and compliance with CLIA and CAP regulations. This role offers day-one medical benefits and career advancement opportunities.
What You'll Do9
- 1Perform routine and non-routine slide preparation activities for pathologist evaluation, ensuring proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples.
- 2Operate Tissue-Tek processors to embed tissue in paraffin and perform microtomy on Leica microtomes.
- 3Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining and perform cover slipping manually or with Tissue-Tek automated coverslippers.
- 4Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures, validating tissue controls for PAS, Masson's Trichrome, and other stains.
- 5Execute all special stain procedures, ensuring accurate staining and troubleshooting any issues.
- 6May prepare reagents and control materials for IHC procedures on Ventana or Dako platforms, and perform IHC testing.
- 7File finished blocks and slides securely, maintaining chain of custody for CLIA and CAP audits.
- 8Perform routine maintenance on Leica, Sakura, and Tissue-Tek equipment, troubleshooting minor failures and documenting remedial actions.
- 9Adhere to quality control policies, documenting all activities and ensuring compliance with local, federal, CLIA, and CAP regulations.
Requirements8
- 1AA or AS degree in histotechnology or equivalent training and experience.
- 21-3 years experience as a Histotechnician.
- 3HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) certification required.
- 4Proficiency in microtomy, embedding, and routine H&E staining.
- 5Experience with special stains such as PAS, Trichrome, and Iron stains.
- 6Knowledge of IHC procedures and Ventana or Dako autostainers.
- 7Understanding of CLIA and CAP regulations, with documentation and quality control practices.
- 8Ability to work 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM shift, Monday to Friday.
Salary Insight
$67 - $110k per year
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