Histotechnician

New England Dermatology PC•Springfield, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

New England Dermatology & Laser Center is seeking an experienced, ASCP-certified Histotechnician (HT or HTL) to work in its busy specialty practice in Springfield. The Histotechnician performs daily histology laboratory operations, including grossing, embedding with paraffin or the Mohs process, cutting, slide preparation, staining, antibody titer preparation, coverslipping, equipment maintenance, supply and reagent inventory maintenance, record retention, and related tasks. The position requires precision, accuracy, attention to detail, efficiency, initiative, conscientious work ethics, and a professional, flexible, team-oriented approach. Some in-person patient interaction is required, and laboratory results and data must be kept confidential and shared only with appropriate staff or requesting laboratories on a need-to-know basis. This is a full-time position scheduled Tuesday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 32 hours per week, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch each day. Additional time and scheduling flexibility may be required to accommodate operational needs. The role is in person, with a regular work location in Springfield, and reports to the Surgical Center Manager.

Requirements

Associate of Science degree in biology or a related field, and a Histotech Certificate from an accredited school or military medical laboratory training course.
A.S.C.P. certification as H.T. or H.T.L.
1–3 years of histotechnician experience in paraffin and frozen section techniques.
Ability to use a microtome and cryostat.
Knowledge of chemistry, anatomy, histology, laboratory processes, special stains, and medical terminology.
Knowledge of sterile technique and instrument cleaning, sterilization, and care.
Proficiency with laboratory, EHR, and Microsoft Office software programs.
Knowledge of quality control, quality assurance, record-keeping procedures, good laboratory practice, and applicable requirements such as Clinical Laboratory Improvement and HIPAA.
Knowledge of standard laboratory safety procedures and ability to follow required safety policies and practices.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; good judgment and follow-through; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to react calmly and efficiently in emergent situations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in biology or a related field from an accredited school.

Responsibilities

Perform daily histology laboratory operations, including grossing, embedding using paraffin or the Mohs process, cutting, slide preparation, staining, antibody titer preparation, and coverslipping.
Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and reagent inventories.
Retain records and perform other related laboratory tasks.
Monitor workflow, prioritize and multitask, and troubleshoot as needed.
Follow laboratory safety policies and practices when working with chemical and biohazardous materials.
Maintain confidentiality of laboratory results and data, sharing information only with appropriate staff or requesting laboratories on a need-to-know basis.
Interact courteously and tactfully with patients, coworkers, and internal and external clients.