Histotechnologist (HTL)

Overview Adirondack Health is seeking two laboratory professionals to support the Pathologist and within our Surgical Pathology and Histology services. These positions must meet New York State licensure requirements and be able to perform specific grossing and histology functions appropriate to their training and license level.

Position Summary Under general supervision, grosses tissues, prepares microscopic tissue slides for diagnostic purposes; performs tissue stains to assist in diagnosis; handles specimen accessioning; maintains histology laboratory and equipment.

Role Expectations

• Perform small-specimen grossing (GI biopsies, skin shaves/punches, curettings, endometrial biopsies, etc.) under pathologist/PA supervision
• Support the pathologist during frozen sections (non-diagnostic steps)
• Perform embedding, microtomy, H&E staining, and special stains
• Participate in IHC staining and troubleshooting
• Assist with tissue processor operation and daily quality control
• Maintain equipment, reagents, documentation, and gross room workflow
• Provide higher-level technical support and assist with quality assurance in histology

Educational Requirements/ Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological or laboratory science
• ASCP certification strongly preferred (MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), or HTL(ASCP))
• NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist license (or eligibility)
• Prior experience in histology and/or surgical pathology preferred

Job Type Full-Time

Benefits Of Working Full-Time At Adirondack Health

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Benefit Time (PTO and Sick days)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
• And much more

Salary Range $34.68 - $48.95 per hour