Histology Technician, Per Diem

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Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Hiring Range:

$25.66 - $46.20

Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Schedule Details:

Monday through Friday

Scheduled Hours:

on call/per diem (M-F, 5am or 6:30am Start Time), length varies

Shift:

1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours:

0

Cost Center:

26000 - 3332 Pathology Lab

This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

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At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

Works under the direction of the Histology Manager, in conjunction with the Pathology Assistant, to perform a variety of histological functions in the production of surgical, cytological, and autopsy slides in preparation for diagnosis. May be asked to learn and assist with grossing functions in the absence of the Pathology Assistant.

I. Major Responsibilities:

Specimen Processing
1. Processes, embeds, sections, and stains tissue blocks using histology techniques.
2. Performs special procedures including tissue orientation and routine H&E staining.
3. Prepares all reagents and stains used in special stain procedures.

Supply Management
1. Notifies supervisor when inventory supplies are low.
2. Distributes 10% formalin to departments and off-site locations as requested.
3. Distributes cassettes and biopsy sponges to departments as needed.

Quality Control
1. Performs quality control checks on equipment and staining procedures.
2. Ensures proper disposal of specimens and monitors chemical exposure annually.
3. Conducts daily QC on routine and special stains.

Computer and Recordkeeping
1. Enters surgical specimens and CPT codes into Meditech Path Menu.
2. Edits specimen information and creates histology logs for record retention.
3. Maintains accurate and timely documentation.


Age-Specific Competency
1. Applies knowledge of growth and development stages to patient care.
2. Demonstrates age-appropriate communication and support.

II. Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education
Required:
1. Associate of Science (AS) degree
Preferred:
1. HT (ASCP) certification

Experience/Skills
Preferred:
1. Two years of experience in a histology lab

Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

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