Histology Technician II, ANPA, 40hr, Day

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Worcester, MA, is seeking a laboratory technician to perform laboratory tests in a clinical setting. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, completion of an accredited Histotechnology program, and at least one year of experience in an anatomic pathology laboratory. Responsibilities include preparing histopathologic slides, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality control. The role requires adherence to safety and institutional guidelines.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited school of Histotechnology program.
• 1 year of experience in an anatomic pathology laboratory.
• ASCP Certification eligible.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests and procedures of moderate complexity.
• Prepare histopathologic slides for diagnostic purposes.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure quality control.

Skills

Laboratory testing and procedures

Microscopic examination

Equipment maintenance and calibration

Histotechnology techniques

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Accredited Histotechnology program completion

Associates degree in a related field

Job description

Overview

Under the general direction of the laboratory manager 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 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:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an accredited school of Histotechnology program.
• ASCP Certification eligible.

Preferred:

• Associates degree in a related field.
• ASCP certification as a HT, or be HT certified with 60 college credits in biology and chemistry, or HT certified.

Experience/Skills

Required:

• 1 year of experience in an anatomic pathology laboratory.

Dermatology

Prepares histopathologic slides for tissue diagnosis utilizing frozen section techniques. Responsible for the orientation, mapping, thin sectioning, and staining of skin/tissue removed during surgical procedures. Take photos and prepares operative reports. Performs laboratory procedures with accuracy and precision, and reports and keeps a database of test results.

Anatomic Pathology

Prepares histopathologic slides for microscopic examination utilizing microtomy techniques. Responsible for processing, embedding, sectioning, and routine staining of paraffin blocks at the highest quality in an efficient manner. Performs special stains and immunohistochemistry procedures.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

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. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.