Stony Brook Medicine
Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician -Histology Full Time Day
Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook, New York, United States, 11790
Overview
Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician - Histology Full Time Day, Stony Brook Medicine Base pay range $96,406.00/yr - $126,265.00/yr Position Summary
At Stony Brook Medicine, a TH Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician is a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population and follows all laboratory procedures and protocols with interpretation of such policies as necessary to ensure proper patient care and safe work equipment. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence. Responsibilities Will paraffin and embed the following: biopsy, routine surgical specimens, placenta, autopsy and research tissue. Perform paraffin microtomy techniques which include the use of the microtome to produce 2-5 micron sections. Stain, coverslip and case assemble, label and distribute all prepared histology sections. Follow all appropriate protocols for all LIS systems: Copath, Ventana Benchmark, Ultra, Symphony, Vantage and Copath. Will complete all routine and special requests for additional levels, recuts, special stains and immunohistochemistry requests; verifying each upon completion in Copath and documenting the above for QA purposes. Perform the battery of special stains and immunohistochemistry used in diagnostic histopathology. Rotate responsibility for the above and perform the necessary maintenance of all laboratory instrumentation, including but not limited to the changing of instrument reagents used to process, stain and coverslip tissue. Responsible for appropriate QA documentation with regard to maintenance and temperature logs to be performed on a daily basis. As assigned, assists Pathologists by grossing biopsy specimens. Qualifications Required:
NYS License as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or NYS License as a Histology Technician. BS degree in biology, medical technology, or other life sciences, or an AAS degree from an accredited program in Histotechnology. Good interpersonal and communication skills are considered essential for this position. HT (ASCP) or eligible. SL-1: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician or documented eligibility including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 0-2 years of demonstrated relevant experience. SL-2: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician or documented eligibility including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 3-5 years of demonstrated relevant experience. SL-3: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with a minimum 6 years demonstrated relevant experience. Preferred:
NYS License as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist. Minimum one year Histology clinical laboratory experience, to include: Special stains, Immunohistochemistry staining and Microtomy. Bachelor's degree in medical technology, biology, or other life science. Experience in renal, nerve, muscle specimens and biopsy grossing. Please Note:
Verification of degree (e.g., diploma or official transcript) is required for this role. Upload of documentation must be included with your application for consideration. Special Notes:
Resume/CV should be included with the online application. Posting Overview:
This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. For full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date. If within the initial review no candidate is selected, additional applications will be considered; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimum, two weeks after the initial posting date. If no candidate is identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review and possibly be reposted at a later date. Other information
Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises. All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary. This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair. This function/position may be designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations. Pre-employment requirements Pre-employment physical examination and medical clearance Electronic reference check with at least three professional references 4 panel drug screen Meet regulatory requirements for pre-employment screenings Provide copies of required New York State license(s)/certificate(s) Failure to comply may result in delayed start date or revocation of the offer. Additional notes:
The hiring department covers any fee for examination. Posting Start Date: Sep 26, 2025 Posting End Date: Dec 25, 2025, 11:59:00 PM Salary Salary range: $100,406 - $126,265 Salary Grade
SL1
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Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician - Histology Full Time Day, Stony Brook Medicine Base pay range $96,406.00/yr - $126,265.00/yr Position Summary
At Stony Brook Medicine, a TH Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician is a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population and follows all laboratory procedures and protocols with interpretation of such policies as necessary to ensure proper patient care and safe work equipment. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence. Responsibilities Will paraffin and embed the following: biopsy, routine surgical specimens, placenta, autopsy and research tissue. Perform paraffin microtomy techniques which include the use of the microtome to produce 2-5 micron sections. Stain, coverslip and case assemble, label and distribute all prepared histology sections. Follow all appropriate protocols for all LIS systems: Copath, Ventana Benchmark, Ultra, Symphony, Vantage and Copath. Will complete all routine and special requests for additional levels, recuts, special stains and immunohistochemistry requests; verifying each upon completion in Copath and documenting the above for QA purposes. Perform the battery of special stains and immunohistochemistry used in diagnostic histopathology. Rotate responsibility for the above and perform the necessary maintenance of all laboratory instrumentation, including but not limited to the changing of instrument reagents used to process, stain and coverslip tissue. Responsible for appropriate QA documentation with regard to maintenance and temperature logs to be performed on a daily basis. As assigned, assists Pathologists by grossing biopsy specimens. Qualifications Required:
NYS License as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or NYS License as a Histology Technician. BS degree in biology, medical technology, or other life sciences, or an AAS degree from an accredited program in Histotechnology. Good interpersonal and communication skills are considered essential for this position. HT (ASCP) or eligible. SL-1: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician or documented eligibility including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 0-2 years of demonstrated relevant experience. SL-2: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician or documented eligibility including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 3-5 years of demonstrated relevant experience. SL-3: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with a minimum 6 years demonstrated relevant experience. Preferred:
NYS License as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist. Minimum one year Histology clinical laboratory experience, to include: Special stains, Immunohistochemistry staining and Microtomy. Bachelor's degree in medical technology, biology, or other life science. Experience in renal, nerve, muscle specimens and biopsy grossing. Please Note:
Verification of degree (e.g., diploma or official transcript) is required for this role. Upload of documentation must be included with your application for consideration. Special Notes:
Resume/CV should be included with the online application. Posting Overview:
This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. For full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date. If within the initial review no candidate is selected, additional applications will be considered; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimum, two weeks after the initial posting date. If no candidate is identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review and possibly be reposted at a later date. Other information
Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises. All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary. This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair. This function/position may be designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations. Pre-employment requirements Pre-employment physical examination and medical clearance Electronic reference check with at least three professional references 4 panel drug screen Meet regulatory requirements for pre-employment screenings Provide copies of required New York State license(s)/certificate(s) Failure to comply may result in delayed start date or revocation of the offer. Additional notes:
The hiring department covers any fee for examination. Posting Start Date: Sep 26, 2025 Posting End Date: Dec 25, 2025, 11:59:00 PM Salary Salary range: $100,406 - $126,265 Salary Grade
SL1
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