Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Clinical Laboratory Tech - Histology to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to scientific advancements and make a difference in the field.

Position: Clinical Laboratory Tech - Histology

Location: Elmhurst, NY

Duration: 8 Weeks Contract

Shift: 7x5, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM

Duties:
Duties may include but are not limited to :
1- Retrieves specimens from the Surgery Department

2. Receives specimens for other cases when delivered to the Laboratory

3. Sorts specimens according to priority and difficulty of procedures and records in pathology log

4. Embeds specimens into blocks and fixes tissue in formalin

5. Operates instrumentation for tissue dehydration, section clearing, impregnation with paraffin, cutting tissue sections, and staining of slides

6. Prepares solutions, stains, and reagents in accordance with standards written procedures

7. Operates and maintains all histology area lab equipment in proper state of readiness, cleanliness, and sharpens and hone microtome knives

8. Records number of tissue blocks verifying proper identification and label

9. Performs and monitors inventory of supplies, equipment, and reagents used, and places orders for replacements as required

10. Assists the Pathologist in gross examination of surgical specimens and in frozen section procedures

Requirements:
- Skills: 1 year Histology Clinical Laboratory Technologist experience

- Education: Valid license to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist issued by NYSED, Primary Source Verification required. BLS preferred.

- Minimum Degree Required: Associate's Degree

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Referral program

Healthcare setting:

• Hospital
• Medical laboratory

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Histology Clinical Laboratory Technologist: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Clinical Laboratory Technologist license issued by NYSED (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Elmhurst, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person