Histotechnician - Anatomic Pathology
Job Description
The Impact You Can Make
Team Impact
To perform a variety of histologic procedures on a variety of patient specimens to provide the Pathologists with quality slides with which to make their diagnosis
The Glens Falls Hospital Impact
Mission
Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.
How You Will Fulfill Your Potential
Responsibilities
Perform identification of surgical and autopsy specimens
Process specimens through fixation and dehydration
Embed tissue samples for sectioning
Sectioning of embedded tissue by using microtomy techniques
Coverslip prepared slides
Perform staining procedures
Conduct Immunohistochemical testing
Education/Accredited Programs
- 2yr Associates in Science
Licenses/Certifications/Registrations
- New York State License / ASCP certified
Skills/Abilities
- Ability to read and understand SOPS and departmental procedure and safety manuals
- Ability to understand communication with attending pathologist and or pathology assistant in both written and oral forms
- Ability to demonstrate effective problem solving and team building skills
- May teach and orient new staff regarding SOPS
Salary Range
The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $26.33 to $39.50 per hour. Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.