Histology Technician

Gastro Health•Framingham, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Gastro Health is seeking a Part-time (PRN/ Per- Diem) Histology Technician to join their team. Gastro Health is one of the largest gastroenterology multi-specialty groups in the United States, operating over 130+ locations. The company's mission is to provide outstanding medical care and an exceptional healthcare experience. This role offers a collaborative team environment, consistent hours, and a favorable work/life balance with no weekend or evening shifts, operating Monday through Friday. Employees benefit from paid holidays, paid time off, competitive compensation, and opportunities for career advancement within a rapidly growing organization. The Histology Technician will be responsible for performing routine histology tasks, from accessioning to cover slipping, including the preparation of reagents, handling of biohazards and chemically hazardous materials, and ensuring accurate data entry into the laboratory information system. The role also involves preparing materials for staining, cutting paraffin sections, embedding processed tissue, and performing various staining procedures as requested by pathologists. Maintaining, troubleshooting, and running complex automated equipment, along with managing lab reagents and supply inventory, are also key aspects of the position. All duties must be performed in compliance with safety regulations and written procedures, under the direction of the laboratory manager.

Requirements

Associates or Bachelor of Science in biology or related field required
HT or HTL certified by ASCP
The individual must have the ability to establish work priorities and to handle several tasks for maximum workstation efficiency
Must be able to interact with fellow coworkers
Internal and external client dealings require courtesy and tact
Must be alert and energetic with constant monitoring of workflow
Punctual, dependable, detail oriented

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a histotech preferred

Responsibilities

Preparation of reagents in the laboratory.
Comply with all safety regulations.
Routine handling of biohazards and/or chemically hazardous material.
Special projects and other duties as assigned by manager.
Ensure all correct clinical data/information is entered into the laboratory information system (i.e., order entry, patient demographics and/or results).
Able to perform routine histology from accessioning to cover slipping.
Preparation of material for staining, including cutting paraffin sections.
Properly embed processed tissue.
Cut and stain re-cut slides, special stains, and esotaic test requested by pathologist.
Maintain, troubleshoot and running of complex automated equipment.
Maintenance lab reagents and supply inventory needed for daily staining procedures.
QC and QA of adequate control material needed for tests within laboratory.
Under the direction of the laboratory manager, the histotech will perform repetitive or routine duties working from written procedures.
All safety policies and practices are to be followed.

Benefits

401(k) retirement plans with employer Safe Harbor Non-Elective Contributions of 3%
Discretionary profit-sharing contributions of up to 4%
Health insurance
Employer contributions to HSAs and HRAs
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Voluntary life insurance
Voluntary disability insurance
Accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Critical illness insurance
Identity theft insurance
Legal insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Discounts at local fitness clubs
Discounts at AT&T
Discounts on concerts, travel, movies, and more through Tickets at Work program