Histology Technician I, Immuno

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital is seeking a Histology Technician I, Immuno, responsible for preparing tissue specimens for microscopic examination. This entry-level role requires a Trade/Technical Diploma and offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus. Join a dedicated team committed to patient care and medical research.

Qualifications

• Clinical based experience 0-1 years preferred.
• Must possess fundamental knowledge of basic histotechnique.
• Participates in relevant continuing education programs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing tissue specimens by treating with chemicals.
• Performs specimen collection, accessioning and logging routines.
• Ensures aseptic techniques and observes health safety protocols.

Skills

Basic histotechnique

Aseptic techniques

Quality-control procedures

Education

Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Related Field of Study

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Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

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.

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Job Summary

Responsible for preparing tissue specimens by treating with chemicals, slicing, and mounting on glass slides for microscopic examination and analysis.

Essential Functions

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Performs specimen collection, accessioning and logging routines.

Assists pathologists with tissue grossing procedures.

Processes, embeds, and sections tissues for slides.

Performs preventive maintenance and quality-control procedures such as oiling and cleaning microtomes according to schedule, recording temperatures on various instruments, changing the processor according to procedure, and changing staining solutions.

Ensures aseptic techniques and observes health safety protocols during the cleanup procedure to minimize risks to self and co-workers.

Observes hospital and laboratory policies and safety practices and maintains a safe, clean, and prepared work area.

Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Education

Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Experience

Clinical based experience 0-1 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must possess fundamental knowledge of basic histotechnique to include fixation, decalcifications, processing, embedding, routine and special stains and frozen sections.
• Must be able to perform certain special stains (i.e. Oil Red O).
• Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
• Participates in relevant continuing education programs.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
  
  

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

75 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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 (857)-282-7642.

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At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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