Histology Technician
2 months ago
Brookline, Massachusetts, United States
Mass General Brigham
Full time
Job SummaryMass General Brigham is seeking a skilled Histology Technician to join our team in Brookline, Massachusetts.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare and stain frozen section specimens under the supervision of the Director.
- Accession specimens for billing and maintain the Laboratory, including supplies.
- Perform gross sectioning, fixing, processing, embedding, cutting, staining, coverslipping, and mounting of tissue.
- Produce and maintain accurate records and bills for all work performed.
- Re-order stock items as needed.
- Prepare stains and stock solutions and monitor pH and expiration dates.
- Set up, maintain, operate, and clean all laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Properly dispose of all chemicals.
- Prepare hazardous waste for pick up.
- Maintain quality control data for the laboratory.
- May perform specialized tests including special stains, immunoperoxidase, cytospin, centrifuge techniques, as well as preparation of smears.
- HT ASCP or HLT ASCP Registration preferred and 1 year of college, with courses in biology and chemistry preferred.
- Two years experience in frozen section preparation.
- Two years experience in a histology laboratory.
- Experience cutting paraffin-embedded tissue and special staining techniques, including immunoperoxidase.
We are a leading healthcare system in the region, committed to delivering high-quality patient care and advancing medical research.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as life insurance and employee assistance programs.