Histology Technologist

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Mass General Brigham is a not‑for‑profit organization dedicated to patient care, research, teaching, and community service. We invite applicants to join our high‑performing teams and help advance medical discoveries.

We are offering a generous sign‑on bonus of $10,000 for the successful candidate.

Responsible for preparing tissue specimens for microscopic examination by processing, performing microtomy, and mounting specimens on glass slides to support accurate diagnostic analysis.

• Processes, embeds, and sections tissue for slides.
• Embeds control tissue and cuts control slides to maintain an adequate control library.
• Performs preventative maintenance and quality control procedures, including oiling and cleaning microtomes, cleaning processors, and changing staining solutions.
• Ensures appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to maintain employee safety at all times.
• Maintains case identification and ensures appropriate tracking throughout the entire process to ensure patient safety.
• Observes hospital and laboratory policies and safety practices and maintains a safe, clean, and prepared work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all policies and standards.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (required).
• Licenses and Credentials: Histotechnician (HT) (ASCP) or Histotechnologist (HTL) (ASCP) – American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP‑BOC) (required).
• Experience: Clinical or histology experience 0‑1 years (required).
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Fundamental knowledge of basic histotechnique, including fixation, decalcification, processing, embedding, routine and special stains, and frozen sections.
  • Ability to perform certain special stains (i.e., Oil Red O).
  • Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
  • Participates in relevant continuing education programs.

• Standing Frequently (34‑66%)
• Walking Frequently (34‑66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34‑66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34‑66%) 20lbs‑35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34‑66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34‑66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34‑66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34‑66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67‑100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67‑100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67‑100%)
• Talking Constantly (67‑100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67‑100%)

• Remote Type:
  Onsite
• Work Location:
  
  273 Charles Street
• Scheduled Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  40
• Employee Type:
  Regular
• Work Shift:
  
  Night (United States of America)
• Pay Range: $27.40 - $39.90/Hourly
• Grade: 6

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People‑Focused, half Performance‑Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

1200 The General Hospital Corporation 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.

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