Job Description

Histotechnologist

Location: White Plains NY

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 3 months
• Pay Rate: $42.00$55.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: 7:00 PM 3:30 AM (Flexible with time)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

This role performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s) according to policies and procedures. The Histotechnologist is capable of performing all of the duties and responsibilities of a Histotechnician I and II.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples.
• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
• Ensure proper tissue processing.
• Embed processed tissue in paraffin.
• Perform microtomy of embedded tissue.
• Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining.
• Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated.
• Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.
• Obtain and validate tissue used in special stains.
• Perform all special stain procedures.
• May prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures.
• May obtain and validate control material used in IHC procedures.
• May perform IHC testing.
• Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoot minor equipment failures.
• Document remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests.
• Provide training and guidance to Histotechnicians students and lab aides.
• Adhere to the laboratorys quality control policies and document all quality control activities.
• Ensure all corporate safety quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with all local federal CLIA and CAP regulations.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Skills

• Previous histotech background required.

Education Requirements

• BS degree required.
• ASCP HT (Histotechnologist) certification required.
• NYS License (New York State) required.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Overtime expected.
• This is a federal contract work position in a laboratory setting.

Benefits

• Medical Vision and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client is a leading provider of diagnostic laboratory and information services in the healthcare industry serving one in three adult Americans annually and supporting half of the physicians and hospitals across the United States with laboratory operations extending internationally. With nearly 50000 employees the organization operates at national scale while serving patients at the most personal level delivering the diagnostic insights that drive clinical decisions guide treatments and ultimately save lives. The company employs laboratory scientists histotechnologists logistics professionals technologists and business talent who contribute directly to healthcare outcomes that matter supported by a culture built around enriching the employee experience expanding opportunity and elevating belonging.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking financial services technology life sciences biotech utilities and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-15346

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