Medical Technologist 1 - Ithaca, United States - Cornell University

Description

Located in Ithaca, N.Y., Cornell University is a bold, innovative, inclusive and dynamic teaching and research university where staff, faculty, and students alike are challenged to make an enduring contribution to the betterment of humanity.

Cornell University is one of the largest and most diverse institutions in the Ivy League.

We are a community of 22,000 students and more than 10,000 faculty and staff members representing more than 80 countries and hundreds of disciplines-global cultures, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and ideas.

The College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University is recognized internationally as a leader in public health, biomedical research, animal medicine, and veterinary medical education.

Ranked consistently as one of the best veterinary colleges in the nation, the College's strength is due to its strategic breadth of focus areas and its depth of expertise in each of those areas; the achievements of its faculty, staff, alumni, and students; and its commitment to diversity and inclusiveness.

The College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), Cornell University, seeks a mission-focused and team oriented Medical Technologist 1 (Histotechnician) to support Anatomic Pathology services at Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC) by performing high quality and detailed specimen processing to prepare submissions for clinical evaluation.

What You'll Do

• Perform routine and advanced histopathology, which includes trimming, processing, embedding, and sectioning tissues.
• Perform routine and advanced histology stains, including H&E and special stains. This may also include performing Immunohistochemistry stains and In-Situ-Hybridization stains depending on experience.
• Display a strong knowledge of anatomy, with the proven ability to successfully differentiate various organ and tissue types from a vast variety of species.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment used throughout the histology, trim room, and TSE laboratory areas.
• Serve as a resource to all pathologists, residents, students, staff, and research investigators.
• Clearly communicate directly with supervisor(s) any problems that develop and actions taken for resolution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must adhere to the AHDC Quality Assurance system, confidentiality statement, standard operating procedures, and organizational policies.

Employees are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success, which are essential for individual and organizational success.

Employees working in the lab must receive the pre-exposure rabies prophylaxis vaccination series prior to or immediately after hire, which will be paid for by the department.

The normal schedule for this position is Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, for a total of 39 hours per week.

Specific schedules may change to meet the needs of the business, requiring employees to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, University holidays and scheduled breaks.

This is a three- year term position; reappointment on a term or permanent basis will be contingent upon funding and performance.

Resume and Cover Letters are required for all position considerations.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.


What you have:

• Bachelor's degree in a science related field, with up to two years of laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with tact and discretion.

If you have all those things, great Here are some preferred qualifications:

• Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) ASCP certification.
• NYS Clinical Laboratory Technician or Clinical Laboratory Technologist licensure.
• Two years of experience working in a diagnostic or research histopathology laboratory.
• Strong background in anatomy.

What's in it for you:

• We hope you appreciate great benefits. Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
• Cornell's benefits program includes comprehensive health care options, access to wellness programs, employee discounts with local and national retail brands, and generous retirement contributions.
• Cornell's leave provisions include three weeks of vacation and 12 holidays.
• Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program.
• Cornell has been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.

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Benefits at Cornell.

Working at the College of Veterinary Medicine also comes with an active Staff Council dedicated to improving the work environment and an overall welcoming community interested in helping its members be successful.

Who we are:

Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC) is a high visibility and high volume veterinary diagnostic laboratory that promotes the health, productivity, and welfare of food-and fiber-producing animals, companion animals, and zoo and wildlife populations.

Through its comprehensive veterinary diagnostic services, the AHDC detects animal diseases and supports animal and public health, promotes environmental stewardship, and fosters economic growth.

Anatomic Pathology (AP) offers comprehensive diagnostic services including post-mortem examination, histopathology, biopsy evaluation, and diagnostic immunohistochemistry and in-situ hybridization.

They expertly process and evaluate specimens from a wide range of species at the request of veterinarians to aid in the identification of injury and disease that can threaten the life of a single animal or an entire population.

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University Job Title:
Medical Technologist I


Job Family:
Health


Level:
D


Pay Rate Type:
Hourly


Pay Range:
$ $30.93


Remote Option Availability:
Fully Onsite


Company:
Contract College


Contact Name:
Soubhagya Chattopadhyay


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