Histology Technician

Job DescriptionJob Description
Description:Histology Tech needed for a contract position in Needham, Mass.Monday through Friday, 2:00pm to 10:30pm.
ResponsibilitiesUnder general supervision, performs Histology and Immunohistochemistry procedures and techniques in preparation for examination by the Pathologist.Receives surgical specimens, logs these accessions, and assigns them an accession number.Enters specimen data and patient information in the computer.Checks for errors and brings errors and discrepancies to the supervisor’s attention.Demonstrates full competency in all histology techniques, including embedding, cutting, staining and coverslippingPrepares, performs, and troubleshoots special stain solutions.Performs advanced and specialized Histology and Immunohistochemistry techniques.Assists the Histology Supervisor in the lab’s administrative requirements such as procedure writing.
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONSAssociates degree (AS), certified Histotechnician (HT) through the American Society for Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) (or equivalent education, training or experience).

Additional client information:

Company DescriptionCompunnel Software Group, Inc., the parent organization of Compunnel Healthcare has expanded its staffing services within the blooming healthcare industry. Born from company’s 35+ years of experience in Compunnel Healthcare provides customized, cost-effective solutions to your healthcare organization’s multiple staffing needs.Company DescriptionCompunnel Software Group, Inc., the parent organization of Compunnel Healthcare has expanded its staffing services within the blooming healthcare industry. Born from company’s 35+ years of experience in Compunnel Healthcare provides customized, cost-effective solutions to your healthcare organization’s multiple staffing needs.

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