Histology Technician I, Per Diem

Hahhh; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established health system is seeking a dedicated Histology Technician I to join their team. This role involves performing a wide array of laboratory tests and procedures, ensuring accurate handling of human tissue specimens, and maintaining laboratory equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in histology, a commitment to quality control, and a passion for patient care. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact the quality of care provided to the community. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and innovative healthcare setting.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in histology required.
• Successful completion of an accredited school of Histotechnology.

Responsibilities

• Perform various laboratory tests and procedures of moderate complexity.
• Maintain laboratory supplies and ensure safety protocols.

Skills

Histology

Laboratory Procedures

Quality Control

Microscopic Examination

Education

High School Diploma

Histotechnology Certification

ASCP Certification (Preferred)

Job description

Histology Technician I, Per Diem

Histology Technician I, Per Diem

Apply remote type On-site (100% Onsite) locations Worcester, MA time type Part time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id JB243197

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule Details: Monday through Friday, Weekends (Saturday and Sunday)

Scheduled Hours: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Shift: 4 - Mixed Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 0

Cost Center: 10010 - 3384 ANPA Surgical Patholog

This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 16,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

Under the general direction of the laboratory or clinic manager, performs a wide array of laboratory tests and procedures of moderate complexity in a clinical laboratory or dermatology clinic.

Major Responsibilities:

• Follows established protocols to perform various procedures and tests, including the most complex for an assigned area. Refers to Technologist, Histology II, supervisory or lead staff members for assistance in the performance and interpretation of complex or unusual tests and procedures.
• Establishes requirements/needs of a working laboratory, acquiring and maintaining par levels of dyes, stains, other solutions, and necessary equipment. Organizes and maintains the laboratory and chemical supplies in a manner consistent with chemical hygiene, blood pathogen, and other institutional requirements for proper laboratory function and safety.
• Performs all routine procedures and required quality control; ensures proper and professional accessioning of human tissue specimens, accurate and timely logging of such specimens, and preparation and presentation of same with the technical expertise required for microscopic examination by the surgeon or pathologist.
• Prepares human tissue from surgical and diagnostic sources; performs specialized fixation and microscopic examination to determine if the sections have been properly prepared and stained.
• Cleans, maintains, and calibrates all laboratory equipment involved with surgical procedures to obtain skin specimens; reads and interprets histographic displays (maps) and properly labels specimens.
• Performs routine maintenance on all instrumentation and attends continuing education sessions as required.

Position Qualifications:

License/Certification/Education:

Required:

• HS diploma.
• Successful completion of an accredited school of Histotechnology.

Preferred:

• ASCP certification as an HT is preferred.

Experience/Skills:

Required:

• 4 years of experience in histology.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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