Night Histotechnologist: Tissue Processing & Staining

Hartford HealthCare; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare in Manchester, CT seeks a Histotechnologist to perform tissue processing and slide preparation for pathologists. You will embed tissue, stain slides, and maintain equipment in a fast-paced histology lab.

The role requires precise data entry and adherence to SOPs to ensure accurate results. Responsibilities include specimen handling, QC, instrument troubleshooting, and meeting turnaround times.

Qualifications

• Twelve (12) months of histology training preferred.
• ASCP registered or eligible preferred.
• At least one (1) year of clinical histology experience.
• One year of histology experience preferred.
• Must be able to read, speak and write English.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens according to procedures in the gross area and verify patient demographics.
• Perform tissue embedding and proper patient identification throughout processing.
• Prepare slides and stains according to SOP.
• Maintain equipment and reagents per maintenance schedules and document upkeep.
• Troubleshoot equipment and procedures and demonstrate working knowledge of functions.
• Perform Quality Control according to established procedures.
• Meet or exceed quality guidelines and turnaround times established by pathologists.

Skills

Histology techniques

Quality control

Data entry

English proficiency

Education

ASCP Histotechnologist certification or eligible

Histology training program

Job description

Hartford HealthCare in Manchester, CT seeks a Histotechnologist to perform tissue processing and slide preparation for pathologists. You will embed tissue, stain slides, and maintain equipment in a fast-paced histology lab.

The role requires precise data entry and adherence to SOPs to ensure accurate results. Responsibilities include specimen handling, QC, instrument troubleshooting, and meeting turnaround times.