Histotechnician - Per Diem

Trinity Health Corp.; Forest Park (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Mary's Hospital is seeking a part-time Histotechnologist responsible for preparing and processing tissue specimens for diagnosis. The role involves working closely with Pathologists and maintaining quality control in lab processes, requiring an Associate's Degree and certification. Join a dedicated team committed to compassionate care and continued education.

Benefits

Continuing education opportunities

Generous shift differentials

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' histology-related experience or formal training in histology.
• Proficiency in preparing and staining specimens.
• Ability to maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Pathologist in gross surgical specimen examination.
• Cutting, staining, and preparing specimens for studies.
• Entering diagnostic results into the laboratory computer.

Skills

Proficient in the use of anatomical pathology equipment

Education

Associate's Degree with courses in biological sciences

HT Certification in Histology

Job description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Saint Mary's Hospital, Lab Waterbury, CT PER DIEM

You would be responsible for accurately fixes, embeds, cuts and stains tissue for Pathologist interpretation and diagnosis. Provides quality technical and customer service to all customers.

What you will do:

• Assisting the Pathologist in the gross surgical specimen examination. Accurately labeling and embedding surgical and autopsy cases.

• Cutting and mounting surgical and autopsy cases. Staining specimens with H & E and special stains as required.

• Preparing and staining specimens for immunohistochemical studies.

• Receiving and preparing specimens to be sent to a reference laboratory.

• Filling all gross specimens, paraffin blocks and slides derived from surgical and autopsy specimens.

• Utilizing existing QC/QA program as required by regulatory agencies. Assisting in the inspection by all regulatory agencies.

• Entering diagnostic results into the laboratory computer. Maintaining and trouble shooting all instruments in the section.

Position Hours:

Per Diem - Must be available to work full day shifts for on-site training and EPIC Training, once training is complete can work weekends and/or evenings.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate's Degree with courses in the biological sciences; 2 years' histology-related experience orformal training in all phases of histology, except electron microscopy.

• Preferred.

• HT Certification in Histology by accrediting agency.

• Proficient in the use and limitations of all equipment in anatomical pathology.

Top Reasons to Work at Trinity Health of New England:

• Become a valued member of an excellent, dedicated health care team

• Opportunity to work closely with management in implementing changes and strategic goals

• Continuing education opportunities

• Generous shift differentials

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital that has been serving patients inWaterbury, CTand our surrounding communities since 1909. From the moment you step inside,you'll notice what makes us different: the warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the cleanliness of our facilities, and the way we make patients and their families feel that they are truly being cared for - like a member of our family.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.