Histology Technologist

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 66,878,000 - 114,731,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary seeks a histology technician to prepare tissue specimens, embed, and mount slides for microscopic analysis. You will perform routine staining and ensure proper labeling and tracking to support patient safety.

The position is onsite at 243-245 Charles Street, Boston, with a 40-hour work week and a Day shift. The role offers competitive hourly pay between $23.34 and $40.04, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Clinical or histology experience 0–1 year is required.
• ASCP HT/HTL preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Processes, embeds, and sections tissue for slides.
• Embeds control tissue and maintains control library.
• Performs preventative maintenance and quality control on equipment.
• Uses PPE to maintain safety and follows policies.
• Tracks cases to ensure patient safety and accuracy.

Skills

Histology basics

PPE knowledge

Patient safety focus

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field

Tools

Microtomes

Staining instruments

Job description

Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

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.

Job Summary

Summary: Responsible for preparing tissue specimens by processing, performing microtomy, and mounting on glass slides for microscopic examination and analysis.
Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Processes, embeds, and sections tissue for slides.
• Embeds control tissue and cuts control slides to maintain an adequate control library.
• Performs preventative maintenance and quality control procedures, including oiling and cleaning microtomes, cleaning processors, and changing staining solutions.
• Ensures appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to maintain employee safety at all times.
• Maintains case identification and ensures appropriate tracking throughout the entire process to ensure patient safety.
• Observes hospital and laboratory policies and safety practices and maintains a safe, clean, and prepared work area.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Histotechnician [HT(ASCP)] - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred Histotechnologist [HTL(ASCP)] - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred

Experience

Clinical or histology experience 0-1 year required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must possess fundamental knowledge of basic histotechnique to include fixation, decalcification, processing, embedding, and routine staining.
• Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

243-245 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$23.34 - $40.04/Hourly

Grade

5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

5110 Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary 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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