Histotechnologist II

Boston Medical Center

Job Location:

Boston, NH - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 29 - 39

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

POSITION SUMMARY :

Under the general direction of the Histology laboratory manager performs a wide variety of laboratory tests and procedures of moderate complexity (histology and immunohistochemistry) as defined by CLIA 88 in a diagnostic laboratory). Makes detailed observations analyzes data and records results. Duties include performing microtomy on various types of surgical specimens and tissue preparation of frozen sections. Performs standard hematoxylin and eosin-stained tissue sections and special histochemical stains as well chromogenic and fluorescent dyes and in situ hybridization. Maintains laboratory equipment and inventory levels for laboratory supplier

Position: Histotechnologist II

Department: Pathology Lab

Schedule: Part Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

Perform routine and special paraffin sections of surgical and autopsy tissue for microscopic examination in the diagnosis and treatment of disease
Prepare equipment for processing embedding cutting complex staining and mounting tissue
Perform muscle biopsies nerve biopsies histochemical and other histopathological laboratory tests and examinations to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease
Prepare equipment for processing embedding cutting IHC and special staining and mounting tissue
Provide technical guidance to laboratory personnel as required
Performs histological preparation and procedures on tissue in order to aid cell pathology
Maintains logs and prepares regular and special reports on procedures for specific tissue
Trains other histology technicians on procedures and equipment
Perform routine and special paraffin sections of surgical and autopsy tissue for microscopic examination in the diagnosis and treatment of disease including whole mount tissue histopathology preparation on prostate and eye specimens
Operates and maintains automated tissue staining equipment and automated coverslipper
Performs microtomy on small biopsies and minute specimens for extended panels.
Understands and applies knowledge of histologic tissue preparation opening cassettes and embedding tissues paraffin block microtomy frozen section microtomy and preservation of frozen tissues.
Prepares chemicals (mixes/dilutes/reconstitutes solutions reagents stains etc.) in order to maintain adequate supplies of special histologic and histochemical stains. Prepares buffers and fixatives. Labels slides. Insures compliance with quality control standards as described in laboratory procedure manual for use in staining techniques pertaining to histology and cytology.
Ensures chemicals are disposed of according to hospital guideline
May cross-train in other areas of pathology and/or other laboratory departments (electron microscopy frozen section service special pathology)
Process fresh and fixed tissue specimens for surgical anatomical and investigative histology preparations under supervision
Files specimen blocks and glass slides for additional review and send out testing.
Assists in the preparation and performance of human surgical specimen dissection including accessioning gross description fixation and processing.
Receives and processes tissues or blood samples in order to prepare specimens for microscopic review.
Uses computer system. Understands application of accessioning and histology section of CoPath soft-ware (running log sheets verification entering patient demographics etc.).
Quality Compliance and Safety
Calibrates and maintains laboratory equipment. Records test results. Prepares control slides
Cleans/washes/stores laboratory supplies equipment and work area in order to ensure proper chemical safety and infection control.
Informs group leader or supervisor when consumable supplies require replenishing
Performs preventative maintenance and QC documentation of laboratory activities and equipment
Completes training and maintains competency in Media Lab and Workday.
Records statistical data (e.g. number of cases blocks slides stains) daily.
Undertakes laboratory data management (specimen log-in filing and tracking).
Maintains specimen accession file in compliance with regulatory agency requirements and provides test results and related information to authorized personnel verbally or in writing as required.
Participates in the research and development of new procedures and stains as they relate to the improvement of diagnostic testing under the direction of the supervisor and/or group leader.
Attends departmental continuing education classes.

OTHER DUTIES:

Interacts with medical staff and co-workers effectively and professionally.
Undertakes specimen delivery and mail delivery as necessary
Performs clerical duties (e.g. answers telephone files records in computer data base information on cytology and/or flow cytometry specimens test results etc.).
Performs clerical duties (e.g. answers telephone files records in computer data base information on cytology and/or flow cytometry specimens test results etc.).
Utilizes hospitals behavioral standards as the basis for decision making and to facilitate the department and the hospitals mission and goals.
Must adhere to all of BMCs RESPECT behavioral standards including Diversity and Inclusion policies.
Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
Performs other duties as needed.
Must adhere to all of BMCs RESPECT behavioral standards.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

High school diploma required.
Bachelors degree or Associates degree in a clinical laboratory science or biological or health science preferred.

CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS:

Histotechnician HT(ASCP) or Histotechnologist
HTL (ASCP) certification or eligibility is preferred but not required

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of three years experience in a pathology laboratory that includes specimen processing is required with a minimum two to three years experience in embedding tissue and microtomy including small biopsy.
Histochemical staining procedure experience is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology and medical terminology
Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access enter and interpret computerized data/information required. Experience with CoPath soft-ware a plus.
Demonstrate accuracy in preparing staining and mounting tissue sections.

Compensation Range:

$29.95- $39.52

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education experience and licensure/certifications directly related to position addition BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes but is not limited to benefits (medical dental vision pharmacy) contract increases Flexible Spending Accounts 403(b) savings matches earned time cash out paid time off career advancement opportunities and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

According to the FTC there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications or apps job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.

Required Experience:

POSITION SUMMARY :Under the general direction of the Histology laboratory manager performs a wide variety of laboratory tests and procedures of moderate complexity (histology and immunohistochemistry) as defined by CLIA 88 in a diagnostic laboratory). Makes detailed observations analyzes data and re...