Histotechnician (HT)

Overview

Adirondack Health is seeking two laboratory professionals to support the Pathologist and within our Surgical Pathology and Histology services. These positions must meet New York State licensure requirements and be able to perform specific grossing and histology functions appropriate to their training and license level.

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, grosses tissues, prepares microscopic tissue slides for diagnostic purposes; performs tissue stains to assist in diagnosis; handles specimen accessioning; maintains histology laboratory and equipment.

Role Expectations:

• Perform core histology bench work including embedding, cutting (microtomy), routine staining, and special stains

• Support tissue processing, slide QC, equipment maintenance, and reagent management

• Assist the technologist and pathologist assistant with case preparation

• Participate in frozen section workflow (non-diagnostic responsibilities)

• Support reliable workflow and timely slide production for the pathologist

Educational Requirements/ Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a laboratory or histology-related field, or completion of a NAACLS-accredited histotechnology program

• ASCP certification preferred (HT(ASCP) or MLT(ASCP)

• NYS Clinical Laboratory Technician license (or eligibility)

Job Type:

Full-Time

Benefits of Working Full-Time at Adirondack Health:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Benefit Time (PTO and Sick days)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
• And much more

Salary Range:

$27.65 - $41.05 per hour