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Mass General BrighamPosted 1 week ago

Histology Technician

$70,616–$70,616 year

On-siteNewton, Massachusetts, United States

Full TimeEnterpriseHealthcare Tech

Job Summary

Prepare tissue specimens by treating with chemicals, slicing, and mounting on glass slides for microscopic examination. Perform specimen collection, accessioning, logging, processing, embedding, and sectioning. Execute preventive maintenance and quality-control procedures on microtomes, including oiling, cleaning, temperature recording, and staining solution changes. Adhere to aseptic techniques and safety protocols to maintain a clean, prepared work area.

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Fundamental knowledge of basic histotechnique to include fixation, decalcifications, processing, embedding, routine and special stains and frozen sections
  • Ability to perform certain special stains (i.e. Oil Red O)
  • Clinical or Histology experience
  • Must possess fundamental knowledge of basic histotechnique to include fixation, decalcifications, processing, embedding, routine and special stains and frozen sections
  • Must be able to perform certain special stains (i.e. Oil Red O)
  • Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills
  • Participates in relevant continuing education programs
  • 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
  • 20lbs - 35lbs
  • 34-66% Standing
  • 34-66% Walking
  • 34-66% Lifting
  • 34-66% Carrying
  • 34-66% Balancing
  • 34-66% Reaching
  • 34-66% Gross Manipulation (Handling)
  • 34-66% Fine Manipulation (Fingering)
  • 67-100% Feeling
  • 67-100% Far Vision
  • 67-100% Near Vision
  • 67-100% Talking
  • 67-100% Hearing

Desired Qualifications

  • Graduate Certificate Histology
  • Clinical or Histology experience 0-1 year preferred

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