Job Description

Lighthouse Lab Services is partnering with a growing dermatopathology laboratory near Buffalo, NY, to recruit an additional Full-Time Histotechnician . This 2-year-old lab is experiencing increased specimen volume—averaging around 60 samples per day—and is seeking a third Histotech to support workload balance and maintain high-quality turnaround times.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, collaborative team where your work directly impacts daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

Primary Duties

• Same-day specimen receiving and grossing (skin specimens)

• Process, embed, cut, and stain tissue samples following standard protocols

• Maintain quality control standards in all phases of histology work

Secondary Duties

• General laboratory maintenance and equipment upkeep

• Assist team members as needed to ensure smooth workflo

Schedule

• Full-time | Monday–Friday | 11 AM–7 PM

• Fridays are typically lighter and may allow for early departure, though volume varies

• No on-call, weekends, or holidays required

Required Qualifications

• NYS Clinical Laboratory License (HT or HTL) — Required

• ASCP HT or HTL certification — Accepted

• Skin grossing experience — Strongly preferred

• Understanding of skin embedding practices; training available for strong candidates

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $30–$35/hr

Benefits Include:

• Health and Dental Insurance

• 2 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Sick time as needed

• Paid Holidays:
  Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day

About Us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 20 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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