We currently have multiple job openings throughout the state of New York for contract histotechnologists and histotechnicians on all shifts in all departments. These facilities range from level one trauma centers to small medical centers with varying levels of volume.
From Niagara Falls to the Statue of Liberty, Massena Barnhardt Island to Staten Island and everywhere in between, New York State is immense (54,556 square miles) and has something for everyone. The Adirondacks in the north offer amazing views where you can experience Lake Placid's Olympic Center and explore charming villages like Saranac Lake. Niagara Falls in the west is America's first state park. And of course the iconic New York City offers award-winning restaurants, world-famous attractions including Broadway, the Statue of Liberty, and the Empire State Building.
Why travel with HCI? It's simple! Since 1997 we have focused 100% of our recruiting efforts on the laboratory industry. That's all we do!
HCI will reward you with a competitive pay package that is financially unique to you. We also offer:
Weekly pay (unlike many other companies)
Shift differential/on call (if applicable) in addition to your hourly wage
100% paid expenses to and from assignments
Daily non-taxable per diems for meals and incidentals
Paid rental car or receive a car allowance to use your personal vehicle
Paid hotel/lodging/apartment costs, and you approve the apartments
Pet-friendly housing
Non-taxable daily per-diem for lodging if you coordinate your own housing
Sign on, extension, or completion bonuses for some assignments
Referral bonuses up to $500!
We also offer a complete benefits plan including:
Health insurance, national PPO medical plan with coverage in all states
Major dental & vision insurance
Life, short and long term disability, accident, gap, as well as critical illness and cancer insurance plans
401K plan with employer matching contribution
Tax-free flexible spending accounts
Direct deposit
Here's more about the Histotechnologist and Histotechnician jobs we have open in New York:
Job Summary:
Perform routine specimen preparation which involves cutting various tissue types and mounting them on glass slides for examination under the microscope by the pathologist.
Nationally certified histotechnician experienced in receiving, processing, and preparing patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the pathologist. Able to perform complex histologic procedures, recognize deviations from expected results, and analyze and correct problems using scientific principles learned from NAACLS training and [number] years of experience.
Skill Requirements:
Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
Dexterity and good hand-eye coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Remove tissue from a preservative solution, remove water from the sample, and replace it with paraffin wax
Embed sample in a larger block of wax to prepare it for slicing before mounting it on a microtome
Slice or section the sample then stain with special dyes and mount on a slide for viewing with a microscope
Education, Certification, & Experience:
Associate or Bachelor's Degree or 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) from a regionally accredited college/university with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry
HTL(ASCP) or HT(ASCP) certification
Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law.
