Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Histotechnologist (Histology/Special Stains)
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Histotechnologist (Histology/Special Stains)
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Histotechnologist (Histology/Special Stains)
role at
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Job Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
When you join the growing BILH team, you’re not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Shift: Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Essential Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Histology Supervisor, process and embed surgical, biopsy, and autopsy tissue in paraffin. Prepare slides from paraffin blocks using microtomes at correct setting determined for individual tissue types.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures, prepare stains and solutions, and stain prepared tissue using routine processes. Coverslip and evaluate microscopically the quality of stains and sections.
Maintain equipment for proper functioning and supply inventories. Maintain supplies and ensure a clean work environment according to hospital’s standard and approved protocols.
Prepare and maintain slides, solutions, and hazardous chemicals.
Participate in inter‑shift coverage for time off, emergencies, and holidays.
Prepare slides and blocks while maintaining patient identification according to lab practices and other duties assigned, such as filing, levels, etc., within the Histology lab by the Histology Supervisor or Lead Technician as needed.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent plus additional training in the Histology field.
Greater than 1 year applicable experience as a trained Histotechnician in a high‑complexity Histology Laboratory OR one year of Lab Support Assistant experience in a high‑complexity Histology laboratory followed by on‑the‑job training and demonstrated competency or other clinical experience in a hospital/healthcare clinic.
Computer skills required: experience with computer systems, including web‑based applications, Microsoft Office applications which include Outlook, Word and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
Licensed ASCP Histotechnologist Certification preferred.
Successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program preferred.
Competencies
Decision Making:
Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.
Problem Solving:
Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.
Independence of Action:
Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.
Written Communications:
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers.
Oral Communications:
Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
Knowledge:
Ability to demonstrate in‑depth knowledge of concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in complex varied situations.
Team Work:
Ability to act as a team leader for small projects or work groups, creating a collaborative and respectful team environment and improving workflows. Results may impact the operations of one or more departments.
Customer Service:
Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner.
Physical Nature of the Job Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally in carrying, lifting, pushing, pulling objects. Sitting most of the time, with walking and standing required only occasionally.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industry Hospitals and Health Care
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Histotechnologist (Histology/Special Stains)
role at
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Job Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
When you join the growing BILH team, you’re not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Shift: Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Essential Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Histology Supervisor, process and embed surgical, biopsy, and autopsy tissue in paraffin. Prepare slides from paraffin blocks using microtomes at correct setting determined for individual tissue types.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures, prepare stains and solutions, and stain prepared tissue using routine processes. Coverslip and evaluate microscopically the quality of stains and sections.
Maintain equipment for proper functioning and supply inventories. Maintain supplies and ensure a clean work environment according to hospital’s standard and approved protocols.
Prepare and maintain slides, solutions, and hazardous chemicals.
Participate in inter‑shift coverage for time off, emergencies, and holidays.
Prepare slides and blocks while maintaining patient identification according to lab practices and other duties assigned, such as filing, levels, etc., within the Histology lab by the Histology Supervisor or Lead Technician as needed.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent plus additional training in the Histology field.
Greater than 1 year applicable experience as a trained Histotechnician in a high‑complexity Histology Laboratory OR one year of Lab Support Assistant experience in a high‑complexity Histology laboratory followed by on‑the‑job training and demonstrated competency or other clinical experience in a hospital/healthcare clinic.
Computer skills required: experience with computer systems, including web‑based applications, Microsoft Office applications which include Outlook, Word and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
Licensed ASCP Histotechnologist Certification preferred.
Successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program preferred.
Competencies
Decision Making:
Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.
Problem Solving:
Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.
Independence of Action:
Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.
Written Communications:
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers.
Oral Communications:
Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
Knowledge:
Ability to demonstrate in‑depth knowledge of concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in complex varied situations.
Team Work:
Ability to act as a team leader for small projects or work groups, creating a collaborative and respectful team environment and improving workflows. Results may impact the operations of one or more departments.
Customer Service:
Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner.
Physical Nature of the Job Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally in carrying, lifting, pushing, pulling objects. Sitting most of the time, with walking and standing required only occasionally.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industry Hospitals and Health Care
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