Histology Specialist

3 weeks ago


Boston, Massachusetts, United States Partners HealthCare Full time
Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of senior staff, the Histology Specialist will handle and prepare research tissue for microscopic analysis. This involves maintaining the diagnostic viability of specimens, ensuring correct identification, and organizing blocks for sectioning.

The specialist will embed routine tissue in paraffin, orienting according to tissue type, and verify the match of request/identifying numbers between blocks and slides. They will also perform H&E and routine special staining of paraffin-embedded tissue, as well as coverslip prepared slides manually or utilizing automated coverslipping systems.

The Histology Specialist will be responsible for documentation of daily QA/QC charts for all laboratory equipment, identifying problems, and bringing them to the attention of senior staff. They will also assist in the orientation and training of new laboratory staff and participate in continuing education/in-service training sessions.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Maintain diagnostic viability of all specimens received.
  2. Embed routine tissue in paraffin, orienting according to tissue type.
  3. Perform H&E and routine special staining of paraffin-embedded tissue.
  4. Coverslip prepared slides manually or utilizing automated coverslipping systems.
  5. Document daily QA/QC charts for laboratory equipment.
  6. Assist in the orientation and training of new laboratory staff.
  7. Participate in continuing education/in-service training sessions.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced laboratory environment. They will also be able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.


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