Histology Technologist II, Electron Microscopy
Boston, MA - USA
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.
Job Summary
Schedule: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.mDuring the training period the employee will start at 7:00 a.m.
Pay range: $39.11-$46.93
We are offering a generous $10000* sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team! Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent we are eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly specialized team of histology techs at Massachusetts General Hospital with the chance to learn new techniques while serving the patients of your community.
Summary
Responsible for preparing tissue specimens by processing performing microtomy and mounting slides for microscopic examination and analysis. This role also supports training and mentorship of new staff escalates issues to the Supervisor or Manager as needed and acts as a team lead to help resolve workflow or technical issues appropriately.
Does this position require Patient Care
No
Essential Functions
Trains new technologists and technicians on proper procedures and techniques evaluates new technology for clinical application and assists with updating procedure manuals for inspections and accreditation.
Troubleshoots technical or workflow issues and escalates to the Supervisor or Manager as appropriate.
Processes embeds and sections tissue for slide preparation.
Embeds complex cases that fall outside routine embedding procedures.
Performs specialized histologic procedures including nerve testing enzyme histochemistry and immunohistochemistry (IHC) as needed.
Performs frozen sections as required.
Completes and submits proficiency testing.
Performs preventive maintenance and quality control procedures including cleaning and oiling microtomes maintaining processors and changing staining solutions.
Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to maintain a safe work environment.
Maintains accurate case identification and tracking throughout the entire process to ensure patient safety.
Adheres to hospital and laboratory policies and safety practices while maintaining a clean safe and organized work area.
Functions as a senior technologist providing advanced technical expertise and guidance to peers.
Serves as a resource to laboratory supervisors and managers and performs additional duties as assigned such as frozen section support report review and contributing to performance evaluations.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors Degree Related Field of Study required.
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
no
Licenses and Credentials
One of the following certifications is required: Histotechnician HT(ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) or Histotechnologist HTL(ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC)
Experience
Histology experience 3-5 years required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Must possess fundamental knowledge of basic histotechnique to include fixation decalcification processing embedding and routine staining.
- Ability to troubleshoot issues train new staff and manage problems in an effective and organized manner with knowledge of when to escalate issues to the next level.
- Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$39.11 - $40.70/HourlyGrade
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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.
Required Experience:
IC
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.