Histology Technician Senior

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary - MEI
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
243-245 Charles Street (Show on map)
Feb 14, 2025
Performs routine testing in a high complexity clinical diagnostic laboratory. Responsible for receipt of patient samples as well as the preparation of samples for microscopic examination and analysis by Pathology. Troubleshoots on-hold cases and collaborates with the wider Laboratory Operations team to move samples effectively through the workflow. Also focuses on cutting, mounting, staining, and batching slides. Can work independently and work on more complex samples. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions -Frozen Sections are the primary job being performed, and significant frozen section experience is needed. -Trains new technologists on proper procedures and techniques, evaluates new technology for clinical application and assists in updating procedure manuals for laboratory inspections and accreditations. -Receives blocks, helps account for all blocks received, helps with any problems associated with slides and blocks. -Makes sure the work is done in the assigned area, such as histology, special stains, neuropath, frozen sections and immunohistochemistry. -Determines when prescribed techniques and apparatus should be modified in order to meet required quality standards. -Maintains quality control logs and monitors daily completion of logs -Responsible for quality control of all reagents Education Bachelor's Degree Biology required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials N/A Experience Clinical or Histology experience 5-7 years required Frozen sections must be performed, and significant experience with frozen sections is required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must be able to correctly and accurately embed all human tissue to include skin and or animal tissues. Must follow minimum national cutting standards of 50 blocks per hour embedding and 30 slides per hour cutting. Must be able cut artifact free two micrometer sections. Must be able to competently perform all special and immunohistochemistry stains with minimum supervision using both manual and automated methodologies. Must be able to impart this knowledge to others including junior technical or clerical staff and residents. 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%) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.