Pathology Imaging Technician
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Job Location:
Boston, NH - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 23 - 32
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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.
8:30am - 5pm
Job Summary
The Pathology Imaging Technicians 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.Qualifications
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 escalate 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 - Bachelors 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.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
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Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
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Pay Range
$23.03 - $32.96/HourlyGrade
3EEO 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.
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About Company
Patients at Mass General have access to a vast network of physicians, nearly all of whom are Harvard Medical School faculty and many of whom are leaders within their fields.
