Histology Technologist II
- Pay
- $39 – $49 per hour
- Location
- Boston-MA
- Listed
- 3 days ago
Site: The General Hospital Corporation
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Histopathology
Monday-Friday, 11am – 7:30pm
Summary
Responsible for preparing tissue specimens by processing, embedding, performing microtomy, and mounting tissue sections on glass slides for microscopic examination and analysis. Responsible for training new staff, troubleshooting issues, and escalating concerns to the Senior Technologist or Supervisor as needed.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
- Trains new technologists and technicians on proper procedures and techniques, evaluates new technology for clinical application, and assists with updating procedure manuals for laboratory inspections and accreditation.
- Troubleshoots issues and escalates concerns to Senior Technologists or Supervisors as necessary.
- Processes, embeds, and sections tissue for microscopic examination.
- Embeds complex cases that deviate from routine embedding procedures.
- Performs specialized histologic procedures, as applicable, including nerve testing, enzyme histochemistry, immunohistochemistry (IHC), and other advanced techniques.
- Performs frozen sections, as required.
- Performs preventative maintenance and quality control procedures, including oiling and cleaning microtomes, cleaning tissue processors, and changing staining solutions.
- Ensures appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to maintain employee safety at all times.
- Maintains accurate case identification and ensures appropriate specimen tracking throughout the entire process to support patient safety.
- Follows hospital and laboratory policies and safety practices and maintains a safe, clean, and organized work area.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
- Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
- No
- Licenses and Credentials
One of the following certifications is required
- Histotechnician [HT(ASCP)] – American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC)
- Histotechnologist [HTL(ASCP)] – American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC)
- Experience
- Histology experience 2-3 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must possess fundamental knowledge of basic histotechnique to include fixation, decalcification, processing, embedding, and routine staining.
- Ability to troubleshoot issues, train new staff, and manage problems in an effective and organized manner.
- Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
- Additional Job Details (if applicable)
- Remote Type
- Onsite
- Work Location
- 275 Charles Street
- Scheduled Weekly Hours
- 40
- Employee Type
- Regular
- Work Shift
- Day (United States of America)
Pay Range $39.11 - $48.84/Hourly
Grade
6
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors.
The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.
In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.
We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at.
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