Pathology Imaging Technician

Mass General Brigham (Enterprise Services); Newton (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Pathology Imaging Technician to operate and maintain digital slide imaging platforms within the Pathology Department, supporting clinical, research, and educational activities.

This onsite role at 2014 Washington Street involves daily imaging work, image management, AP LIS integration, quality control, slide preparation, and assisting in validation of digital pathology platforms.

Qualifications

• Direct Pathology laboratory experience preferred.
• Hospital or other healthcare experience preferred.
• Familiarity with digital imaging platforms and data management systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Outlook and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains various digital slide imaging instrument platforms.
• Engage with Image Management Systems, AP LIS, and other software platforms to support pathology imaging workflows.
• Troubleshoot, resolve, and escalate issues related to digital imaging hardware and software to minimize downtime.
• Monitor image quality and adjust to achieve optimal results.
• Prepares pathology glass slides for digital scanning, including organization, inspection, cleaning and labeling.
• Assists in validation and testing of digital pathology platforms.
• Support faculty and staff in research projects, teaching initiatives, and clinical diagnostics.
• Assist in retrieval and delivery of glass slides as needed.
• Follow established protocols, safety standards and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Digital imaging platforms

Image quality assessment

Data management systems

MS Office Suite

Tissue handling

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Chemical/Physical/Biological Sciences or related coursework

Tools

Image Management Systems

AP LIS

Job description

Job Summary

Shift: 8AM to 4:30PM (M-F)

Note: MGB site travel required during training period.

The Pathology Imaging Technician's primary role is operating and maintaining Pathology Imaging platforms within the Pathology Department in alignment with department objectives. This includes operation of scanning devices and supporting software as well as Image Management and Laboratory Information Systems. This role ensures the efficient functioning of whole slide imaging technology and supporting systems for clinical, research, and educational purposes.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains various digital slide imaging instrument platforms.
• Engage with Image Management Systems, AP LIS, and other software platforms as required to support pathology imaging workflows.
• Troubleshoot, resolve, and appropriately escalated issues related to digital imaging hardware and software, ensuring minimal downtime. Performs routine maintenance on imaging equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Monitor image quality and react as needed to achieve optimal results.
• Prepares pathology glass slides for digital scanning. This includes organizing, inspecting, cleaning, and labeling slides.
• Assists in validation and testing of digital pathology platforms.
• Support faculty and staff in implementing digital imaging in research projects, teaching initiatives, and clinical diagnostics.
• Assist in the retrieval and delivery of glass slides as needed.
• Follows established protocols, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required - Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Field of Study

Chemical, physical or biological science, computer science/IT, medical technology, clinical laboratory science and/or related coursework.

Licenses and Credentials

Digital Pathology (DPA) Certificate preferred.

Experience

• Direct Pathology laboratory experience preferred.
• Hospital or other healthcare experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comfortable working with complex digital imaging platforms and data management systems.
• The ability to assess image details (color, focus, orientation, contrast, brightness) for quality control purposes.
• Comfortable working with human tissues and clinical specimens.
• Strong organizational skills with a commitment and ability to learn and adapt to advances in digital pathology.
• Proficient in MS Office, MS Outlook, and MS Teams.
• The ability to stand for extended periods and to walk frequently throughout the facility to support the operation.
• Ability to work under minimal direct supervision.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

2014 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$23.49 - $33.62/Hourly

Grade

3At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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