Mass General Brigham
Histology Technologist I, Histopathology
Mass General Brigham, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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Mass General Brigham
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not‑for‑profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high‑performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary Performs all aspects of histology including tissue fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, slide staining, and coverslipping. Ensures accurate specimen orientation and sectioning, applies routine and special stains, and reviews slides for quality assurance. Prepares frozen sections, maintains quality control records, and accurately distributes slides to pathologists. Operates laboratory equipment, prepares reagents, and uses the LIS for workflow management. Participates in off‑hours pager coverage as needed.
We’re offering a generous sign‑on bonus of $10,000 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we’re eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.
Essential Functions
Ensure proper identification, sort specimens in accordance with priority and difficulty of work, and assign specimen numbers.
Describe appearance of specimens; trim into blocks.
Embed specimens ensuring proper orientation.
Prepare specimens for a rapid frozen section diagnosis using liquid nitrogen and a cryostat microtome.
Maintain quality control records.
Determine when prescribed techniques and apparatus should be modified in order to meet required quality standards.
Qualifications
Education • Bachelor’s Degree required • No experience in lieu of a degree
Licenses and Credentials • HT or HTL (ASCP) certification, or eligibility preferred
Experience • Minimum of 1 year of histology experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must have thorough understanding of the theories, practice and techniques used in histology to include fixation, decalcification, processing, embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains and frozen sections.
Must be fully competent on all laboratory instrumentation to include pH meter, balances, microtomes, tissue processors, cryostats, coverslippers, etc.
Must be able to prepare percent, molar and normal solutions and stains.
Must be able to correctly and accurately embed all human tissue to include skin and or animal tissue then cut at least 70 blocks, with multiple levels and slides per block before noon.
Must be able cut artifact free two micrometer sections.
Must be able to perform a high quality manual H&E stain.
Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type Onsite
Work Location 273 Charles Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
Employee Type Regular
Work Shift Day (United States of America)
Pay Range $27.40 - $39.90/Hourly
Grade 6
EEO Statement The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Histology Technologist I, Histopathology
role at
Mass General Brigham
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not‑for‑profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high‑performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary Performs all aspects of histology including tissue fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, slide staining, and coverslipping. Ensures accurate specimen orientation and sectioning, applies routine and special stains, and reviews slides for quality assurance. Prepares frozen sections, maintains quality control records, and accurately distributes slides to pathologists. Operates laboratory equipment, prepares reagents, and uses the LIS for workflow management. Participates in off‑hours pager coverage as needed.
We’re offering a generous sign‑on bonus of $10,000 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we’re eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.
Essential Functions
Ensure proper identification, sort specimens in accordance with priority and difficulty of work, and assign specimen numbers.
Describe appearance of specimens; trim into blocks.
Embed specimens ensuring proper orientation.
Prepare specimens for a rapid frozen section diagnosis using liquid nitrogen and a cryostat microtome.
Maintain quality control records.
Determine when prescribed techniques and apparatus should be modified in order to meet required quality standards.
Qualifications
Education • Bachelor’s Degree required • No experience in lieu of a degree
Licenses and Credentials • HT or HTL (ASCP) certification, or eligibility preferred
Experience • Minimum of 1 year of histology experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must have thorough understanding of the theories, practice and techniques used in histology to include fixation, decalcification, processing, embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains and frozen sections.
Must be fully competent on all laboratory instrumentation to include pH meter, balances, microtomes, tissue processors, cryostats, coverslippers, etc.
Must be able to prepare percent, molar and normal solutions and stains.
Must be able to correctly and accurately embed all human tissue to include skin and or animal tissue then cut at least 70 blocks, with multiple levels and slides per block before noon.
Must be able cut artifact free two micrometer sections.
Must be able to perform a high quality manual H&E stain.
Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type Onsite
Work Location 273 Charles Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
Employee Type Regular
Work Shift Day (United States of America)
Pay Range $27.40 - $39.90/Hourly
Grade 6
EEO Statement The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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