Histotechnologist: Precision Tissue Processing & Staining

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a histology technician to process and embed tissue, prepare and stain slides, and maintain quality control in a hospital pathology lab. The role requires attention to patient identification and adherence to SOPs, with opportunities to cover shifts during absences and holidays.

This position emphasizes precision in staining and tissue preparation. The ideal candidate will have an AS degree in Histology, 1 year of high complexity histology experience, and

Qualifications

• Associate of Science degree in a NAACLS-accredited histology technician program or a two-year AS with 60 semester hours including 12 semester hours of chemistry and biology.
• One year of experience in a high complexity Histology laboratory or equivalent hospital/clinical histology setting, or completion of histology program with 1+ year experience.
• Licensed ASCP Histotechnologist Certification preferred.
• Completion of an accredited Histotechnology program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and embed tissue in paraffin and cut paraffin blocks with microtomes.
• Prepare stains and solutions; stain tissues (including frozen slides and Cytospin) and evaluate stain quality.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and a clean work environment per SOPs.
• Participate in inter-shift coverage for time off, emergencies, and holidays.
• Prepare slides and blocks with correct patient identification.

Education

Associate of Science in Histology Technology (NAACLS-accredited)

ASCP Histotechnologist licensure (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a histology technician to process and embed tissue, prepare and stain slides, and maintain quality control in a hospital pathology lab. The role requires attention to patient identification and adherence to SOPs, with opportunities to cover shifts during absences and holidays.

This position emphasizes precision in staining and tissue preparation. The ideal candidate will have an AS degree in Histology, 1 year of high complexity histology experience, and