Histotechnician (HT) - AP - Full Time - Needham
1 week ago
Summary
Under general supervision, performs Histology and Immunohistochemistry procedures and techniques in preparation for examination by the Pathologist. Fully skilled in all histology techniques, which include embedding, cutting, staining and coverslipping. Fully skilled in grossing pathology specimens. Typically reports to Anatomic Pathology Manager with clinical oversight by the pathologist.
Essential Functions
- 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 cover slipping.
- Prepares, performs and troubleshoots special stain solutions.
- Performs grossing techniques and submits Pathology specimens utilizing departmental templates in conjunction with the Dictaphone system.
- Performs advanced and specialized Histology and Immunohistochemistry techniques.
- Performs, evaluates and records established quality control and quality assurance procedures. Documents corrective actions.
- Assists the Anatomic Pathology Manager in the lab's administrative requirements such as procedure writing.
- Trains new personnel in Histology procedures and techniques.
- Operates, maintains and/or documents the maintenance of specialized equipment.
- Practices all safety measures utilizing proper PPE.
- Maintains an uncluttered and disinfected work area.
- Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, local and company policies and procedures.
Non-Essential Functions
Performs other duties as needed. Any other duties performed which are not listed above are considered non-essential functions.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Associates degree (AS), certified Histotechnician (HT) through the American Society for Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), or equivalent.
Skills and Experience:
Two years of experience in grossing and 24 credit hours in Science, or Medical Technology. Ability to perform accurate, reliable and high level work quickly and under pressure. Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing. Good hand eye coordination and the ability to work with delicate instruments and automated equipment.
Working Conditions
Busy lab environment with frequent deadlines and interruptions.
The hourly range for this role is $33.95 to $49.44 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. Atrius Health complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, Atrius Health offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive, and recognition programs. No matter where or when you begin a career with Atrius Health, you'll find a far- reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, color, sex, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Excellent benefits Include:
- Up to 8% company retirement contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 10 paid holidays,
- Paid professional development,
- Competitive health and welfare benefit package.
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