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Job Summary
Summary<br>Responsible for preparing tissue specimens by treating with chemicals, slicing, and mounting on glass slides for microscopic examination and analysis.<br><br>Does this position require Patient Care?<br>No<br><br>Essential Functions<br>-Performs specimen collection, accessioning and logging routines. <br>-Assists pathologists with tissue grossing procedures. <br>
-Processes, embeds, and sections tissues for slides. <br>
-Performs preventive maintenance and quality-control procedures such as oiling and cleaning microtomes according to schedule, recording temperatures on various instruments, changing the processor according to procedure, and changing staining solutions. <br>
-Ensures aseptic techniques and observes health safety protocols during the cleanup procedure to minimize risks to self and co-workers. <br>
-Observes hospital and laboratory policies and safety practices and maintains a safe, clean, and prepared work area. <br>
Qualifications
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Graduate Certificate Histology preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience Clinical or Histology experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Must possess fundamental knowledge of basic histotechnique to include fixation, decalcifications, processing, embedding, routine and special stains and frozen sections. - Must be able to perform certain special stains (i.e. Oil Red O). - Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills. - Participates in relevant continuing education programs.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical RequirementsStanding 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%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
2014 Washington Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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