Histology Technologist II, Immunohistochemistry
Histology Technologist II, Immunohistochemistry
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Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Schedule: Day Shift 9:00 am to 5:30pm
Were offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10000 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent were eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.
Job Summary
SummaryPerforms routine testing in a high-complexity clinical diagnostic laboratory. Responsible for receiving patient samples and preparing them for microscopic examination and analysis by Pathology. Troubleshoots on-hold cases and collaborates with the Laboratory Operations team to ensure efficient workflow. Focuses on cutting mounting staining and batching slides. Able to work independently and handle more complex specimens.
Does this position require Patient Care
No
Essential Functions
Trains new technologists on proper procedures and techniques
Evaluates new technology for clinical application and assists in updating procedure manuals for inspections and accreditations
Receives and accounts for all blocks resolving any issues related to blocks and slides
Ensures timely and accurate work in assigned areas such as histology special stains neuropathology frozen sections and immunohistochemistry
Determines when to modify techniques or equipment to meet quality standards
Maintains quality control logs and ensures daily completion
Oversees quality control for all reagents
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
clinical based experience 5-7 years required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Must be able to correctly and accurately embed all human tissue to include skin and or animal tissues.
- Must follow minimum national cutting standards of 50 blocks per hour embedding and 30 slides per hour cutting.
- Must be able cut artifact free two micrometer sections.
- Must be able to competently perform all special and immunohistochemistry stains with minimum supervision using both manual and automated methodologies.
- Must be able to impart this knowledge to others including junior technical or clerical staff and residents.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- 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%)
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Pay Range
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6EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
