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Histology Technologist I Histopathology

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
273 Charles Street (Show on map)
Aug 12, 2025
Summary 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. This role 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. Does this position require Patient Care? No 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. Education Bachelors Degree required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No 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%) The General Hospital Corporation 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.