Position located in Watertown, NY

Located in New York State’s magnificent North Country, Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, NY has a rich history and over a century of experience helping families stay healthy through outstanding, compassionate, state-of-the-art medical care. Be a part of a place where you will find yourself surrounded by good people doing good things every day.

Days (start times are either 5:30a or 6a)

13 week contract

Responsibilities of the Histotechnologist:

• Qualified candidate will assume responsibility for the processing, embedding, cutting and staining of surgical and autopsy tissue, and for preparation and staining of cytopathology specimens according to established policies and procedures for Pathologist’s examination and interpretation.
• Qualified candidate will be responsible for the correct management of the patient’s body tissue which includes preparing microscopic sections for diagnosis by Pathologist as well as documentation and maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Histologist will perform specialized, selective techniques required for diagnostic purposes and participate in the Quality Assurance program.

Requirements of the Histotechnologist:

• Education: Bachelor of Science in medical technology, biology, and chemistry or HTL certification from recognized agency.
• License requirement: Histotechnician AAS NY State license required.

Expected Gross Salary: $2600/weekly (no locals)

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