Histology Technician; ASCP Certified

Position: Histology Technician (ASCP Certified)
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Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc.

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With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,000 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson’s VNA & Hospice is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties
** Job Summary
** Summary  The Histotechnician is responsible for performing various technical and related duties in the histology section of the laboratory.
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SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.
Essential Functions-Perform a variety of technical and clerical duties to prepare specimens for microscopic examination by the Pathologists. Embed and perform microtomy of tissue specimens and the staining and mounting of tissue sections obtained from surgical, autopsy, and other sources.
-Review sections microscopically for the detail of the stain and the presentability of the specimen in order to maintain pathologic quality control standards.
-Maintain orderly files of blocks and slides for both surgical and autopsy specimens. Compile daily statistics related to the Histology Section. Perform accurate daily accessioning of surgical specimens obtained from surgery and outpatient locations.
-Maintain equipment and work areas in clean and orderly condition and perform normal preventive maintenance as required. Maintain quality control of all equipment and corresponding documentation. Adhere to all chemical hygiene practices and standards.  
-Participate in the development or revision of procedures and techniques.
** Qualifications
* * Education  Associate's Degree Related Field of Study required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred      No    Licenses and Credentials  Histotechnologist [HTL(ASCP)] - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) required    Experience  Experience as Histotechnician 2-3 years preferred    Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

- Demonstrated competency in all special stain and immunohistochemical techniques, including preparation of various reagents and stains required.  - If the employee does not meet registration requirements within 1 year of employment, the position will be forfeited.
** Additional Job Details (if applicable)
**** Physical Requirements
*** Standing Frequently
* Walking Frequently
* Sitting Occasionally
* Lifting Frequently
* Carrying Frequently
* Pushing Occasionally
* Pulling Occasionally
* Climbing Rarely
* Balancing Frequently
* Stooping Occasionally
* Kneeling Occasionally
* Crouching Occasionally
* Crawling Rarely
* Reaching Frequently
* Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently
* Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently
* Feeling Constantly
* Foot Use Rarely
* Vision - Far Constantly
* Vision - Near Constantly
* Talking Constantly
* Hearing Constantly
** Remote Type
** Onsite
* * Work Location
** 30 Locust Street
** Scheduled Weekly Hours
** 0
* * Employee Type
** Per Diem
** Work Shift
** Day (United States of America)
** Pay Range**$26.55 - $36.91/Hourly
** Grade
* * SC3 C48

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