Histology Technician II — Precise Tissue Prep

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health in Worcester, MA, seeks a Histotechnologist to perform a broad array of histology tasks in a clinical laboratory. You will prepare tissue specimens and ensure quality control for microscopic examination by physicians, with supervision available for complex cases.

The role requires a HS diploma, completion of an accredited Histotechnology program, and ASCP eligibility, with preference for an associate degree and HT certification, plus 1 year of anatomic pathology experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Follows protocols to perform a range of procedures and tests.
• Maintains laboratory supplies and ensures safety standards.
• Prepares tissue specimens for microscopic examination and reporting.

Skills

Histology

Anatomic Pathology

Laboratory Safety

Education

High School Diploma

Histotechnology program

ASCP certification eligible

Tools

Microtomy equipment

Histology Stains

Immunohistochemistry

Job description

UMass Memorial Health in Worcester, MA, seeks a Histotechnologist to perform a broad array of histology tasks in a clinical laboratory. You will prepare tissue specimens and ensure quality control for microscopic examination by physicians, with supervision available for complex cases.

The role requires a HS diploma, completion of an accredited Histotechnology program, and ASCP eligibility, with preference for an associate degree and HT certification, plus 1 year of anatomic pathology experience.