Histology Technologist - Per Diem, Tissue Processing

Mass General Brigham; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Per Diem Histology Technician at Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Newton, MA. The role involves preparing tissue specimens, microtomy, and mounting slides for microscopic analysis.

0-1 year histology experience is required, with a Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. Responsibilities include processing, embedding, sectioning, maintaining control libraries, and adhering to PPE and safety protocols to ensure patient safety and quality control throughout the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Clinical or histology experience 0-1 year required.
• Must possess fundamental knowledge of basic histotechnique including fixation, processing, embedding, and routine staining.
• Must use PPE and maintain safety practices.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Skills

Histotechnique knowledge

PPE safety

Lab safety

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

HT(ASCP)

HTL(ASCP)

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Per Diem Histology Technician at Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Newton, MA. The role involves preparing tissue specimens, microtomy, and mounting slides for microscopic analysis.

0-1 year histology experience is required, with a Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. Responsibilities include processing, embedding, sectioning, maintaining control libraries, and adhering to PPE and safety protocols to ensure patient safety and quality control throughout the