Histotechnician

New-England-Dermatology-; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) employer contribution

ICHRA

Dental insurance

Dependent Care FSA

Employee Assistance Program

Free parking

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

Dependent life insurance

Limited Flexible Spending Account

Medical Flexible Spending Account

Vision insurance

Job summary

New England Dermatology & Laser Center in Springfield, MA is seeking an experienced Histotech (ASCP HT/HTL) to join a busy dermatology and Mohs pathology practice. The role covers grossing, embedding, sectioning, staining, antibody titers, and slide preparation with strong emphasis on accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications include an ASCP HT/HTL certification, an Associate's degree in biology or related field (Bachelor's preferred), and 1–3 years of histology experience.

Qualifications

• ASCP HT or HTL certification required.
• Associates degree in biology or related field required.
• 1–3 years histology experience in paraffin and frozen sections.
• Ability to operate a microtome and cryostat.
• Experience with lab safety, HIPAA, and quality control.
• In-person, accurate, detail-oriented, and team-driven.

Responsibilities

• Perform grossing, embedding (paraffin or Mohs), cutting, slide preparation, staining and antibody titer preparation, cover slipping.
• Maintain equipment, supplies and inventory; record retention.
• Responsible for quality control and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Ensure efficient workflow and accurate data entry in EHR systems.
• Collaborate with Surgical Center Manager and clinical staff as needed.

Skills

Histology

Microtomy

Cryostat

Staining

EHR familiarity

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Associates of Science in Biology

Histotech Certificate

Bachelor's in Biology (preferred)

Job description

Description

New England Dermatology & Laser Center has been providing dermatology care to the greater Springfield community for over 70 years. We're growing and looking for an experienced Histotech, ASCP, HT or HTL with initiative & conscientious work ethics to join our busy specialty practice.

The histotech is responsible for performing all aspects of the daily operation of the histology laboratory including grossing, embedding (using paraffin or Mohs process), cutting, slide preparation, staining and antibody titer preparation, cover slipping, equipment maintenance, supply and reagent inventory maintenance, record retention and other related tasks. This position requires extreme accuracy, attention to detail and efficiency. Professional, flexible, team player.

Job Type

Full-time

Schedule

Tue-F 7a-3:30p, 32 hours per week (30-minute non-paid lunch daily). Additional time and scheduling flexibility may be required to accommodate operational needs.

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Tuesday to Friday
• No weekends

Work setting

In-person. The regular work location will be Springfield.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) - Employer contribution (3% safe harbor + profit sharing)
• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)
• Dental insurance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free parking
• Health Savings Account
• Life & AD&D insurance – $40,000 (employer paid)
• Life insurance for Employees & Dependents
• Limited Flexible Spending Account
• Medical Flexible Spending Account
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties

• Dermatology
• Mohs
• Pathology

This position reports to the Surgical Center Manager.

Requirements

Education

Associates of Science degree in biology or related field, Histotech Certificate from an accredited school or military medical lab training course required. Bachelor of Science degree in biology or related field from an accredited school preferred.

Licensure/Certification

A.S.C.P certification H.T. or H.T.L. required.

Experience

1-3 years histotechnician experience in paraffin and frozen section techniques.

Skills

Ability to use a microtome and cryostat. Knowledge of chemistry, anatomy, histology, laboratory processes, special stains and medical terminology. Great mental demands and extreme precision, accuracy, attention to detail and efficiency. Initiative, conscientious work ethics, good judgment & follow-through. Professional, courteous, flexible, team player who interacts well with fellow coworkers and works well independently and as part of a team. Some in-person patient interaction. Internal and external client dealings require courtesy and tact. Verbal & written communication skills. Constant monitoring of workflow. Ability to prioritize, multi-task and troubleshoot. Knowledge of sterile technique and instrument cleaning/sterilization and care. Proficiency with laboratory, EHR and Microsoft Office software programs. Knowledge of quality control, quality assurance and record-keeping procedures which constitute good laboratory practice and which comply with regulations imposed by outside agencies such as Clinical Laboratory Improvement and HIPAA. Knowledge of standard laboratory safety procedures. Routine work encompasses working with chemical/biohazardous material. All safety policies and practices are to be followed and are a condition of employment. Reacts calmly and efficiently in emergent situations. Laboratory results and data are confidential and must be shared on a need-to-know basis only with appropriate New England Dermatology & Laser Center staff or requesting laboratory.