Histotech

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, MA is seeking a Histotechnologist/CLS to perform anatomical pathology and histology exams, ensure quality control, maintain instruments, and support testing validation.

The position is full-time with a 40-hour work week, shift 1 from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Requires HT/HTL/HTA certification and 1 year of histology experience; 2+ years of training under a Board Certified pathologist is preferred.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate or associates degree or equivalent in a biological or related science.
• Two or more years of acceptable histopathology training under supervision of a Board Certified pathologist (Registry eligible).
• HTHTLA - Histology Certified or Certified Histotechnologist through ASCP

Responsibilities

• Perform anatomical pathology or histological examinations.
• Quality control and instrument maintenance.
• Testing validation and related functions toward lab goals.

Skills

Histology experience

Education

Baccalaureate or associate degree or equivalent in a biological or related science

Two or more years of acceptable histopathology training under supervision of a Board Certified pathologist

Tools

Histology certification (HT/HTL/HTA ASCP)

Job description

Berkshire Medical Center · BMC Lab Anatomic Path

Hourly Pay Range: 27.6100 through 42.5800

Full Time , Shift 1 , 40 , 6:00 am-2:30 pm

Monday - Friday

Posted 08/31/2026

DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Histotechnologist / CLS implements the hospital and laboratory missions, goals and objectives. This includes the performance of anatomical pathology or histological examinations, quality control, instrument maintenance, testing validation. Testing management and other functions toward the attainment of these goals

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

Experience:

One year full time acceptable experience in a approved histology laboratory preferred.

Education and Training:

• Baccalaureate or associates degree or equivalent in a biological or related science.
• Two or more years of acceptable histopathology training under supervision of a Board Certified pathologist (Registry eligible).

License, Certification & Registration:

HTHTLA - Histology Certified or Certified Histotechnologist through ASCP

Other Requirements:

• Flexibility and adaptability in emergency situations including working additional hours or shifts.
• Ability to work efficiently, accurately, and alertly for extended periods of time, and under stress, to ensure against errors.
• Effective communication skills, use of computer systems, listening, speaking, writing and reading.
• Knowledge of HIS and LIS.
• Assorted laboratory analyzers and equipment appropriate to scope of position and dependent upon current technology.

The minimum and maximum of the hourly pay range for this position is shown above. Actual rates of pay may vary based on a range of factors including but not limited to experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, a competitive retirement plan contribution and a paid time off program.