Histology Technician

Davita Inc.; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Histotechnician responsible for preparing tissue specimens for analysis. This role requires a High School Diploma or Graduate Certificate in Histology, with essential skills in histotechnique and aseptic practices to ensure safety and quality in laboratory procedures. The successful candidate will possess a fundamental understanding of specimen management and contribute to quality control measures.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of clinical or histology experience preferred.
• Must perform certain special stains such as Oil Red O.
• Participate in continuing education programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination.
• Perform preventive maintenance on lab instruments.
• Assist pathologists and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Knowledge of basic histotechnique

Aseptic techniques

Special stains proficiency

Clinical knowledge maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Graduate Certificate in Histology

Job description

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

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

Essential Functions
-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.


Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Graduate Certificate Histology preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Clinical or Histology experience 0-1 year 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

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%)

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.