Grossing Technician

Location: Rye Brook, NY

Job Description - Histopathology Technician

Location: Rye Brook, NY

Responsibilities

  • Conduct various technical procedures in the field of histopathology, utilizing a wide range of laboratory materials and equipment
  • Ensure the preservation of specimen integrity from arrival to the completion of the entire process
  • Record detailed gross descriptions for each specimen, including anatomical site, size, color, weight, dimensions, count, volume, cut techniques, abnormal findings, and perform tissue dissection and preparation for cassettes
  • Promptly escalate unusual and complex specimens to a Grossing Tech II, Supervisor, or Pathologist
  • Maintain accurate and organized work records
  • Prepare dissected tissue specimens and properly place them into cassettes
  • Perform Quality Control and Quality Assurance Procedures
  • Label requisitions, specimen containers, and cassettes as required
  • Maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring routine maintenance and quality controls are completed
  • Operate, clean, and sterilize laboratory equipment, glassware, instruments, and workstation
  • Follow proper guidelines for the disposal of hazardous chemical wastes
  • Maintain the highest level of confidentiality in handling patient information
  • Adhere to all State, Federal, and professional regulations, as well as company and departmental rules, policies, and procedural manuals
  • Receive training on reasonable safeguards and maintain strict confidentiality, complying with applicable privacy and security standards

Benefits

  • Access to free lab services for both you and your dependents
  • Promote a healthy work-life balance with Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Enjoy competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Secure your future with a 401(k) plan and company match
  • Salary range: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour (commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply)

Qualifications

Successful completion of one of the following:
- Associate's degree in biology or chemistry
- NAACLS accredited histotechnology program
- Associate's degree with 12 semester hours of biology or chemistry
Hold a valid New York State license as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician or Histological Technician
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