Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Histology Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a background in clinical laboratory work and possess knowledge of laboratory procedures and anatomy.

Under the indirect supervision of the laboratory manager, the Histotechnologist / Histotechnician performs all duties of a grossing technician and histology technician in the preparation of gastrointestinal and endoscopy tissue for microscopic examination. The successful candidate is well organized and follows all established laboratory procedures for gross dissection, tissue processing, embedding, tissue sectioning and staining.

· Detail oriented individual who proactively checks for errors and inaccuracies.

· Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology or equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA standards.

· Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related field preferred.

· Familiarity with routine histology procedures.

· National certification (or eligible) in histology by ASCP.

· Previous experience in surgical grossing techniques is preferred.

· Demonstrates annual competencies for the required tasks of the position.

· Three years’ experience in a clinical laboratory setting.

· Successfully performs technical duties related to the production of histopathological slides.

· Performs high complexity testing under the indirect supervision of the pathology laboratory manager to include macroscopic gross dissection and description of gastrointestinal and endoscopy tissue.

· Ability to embed and orient small specimens.

· Sections paraffin blocks using a microtome.

· Follows lab safety and established quality control procedures.

· Ensures accurate laboratory data accompanies every specimen that is accepted to the laboratory for processing.

· Embeds processed specimens with proper orientation.

· Prepares patient material for referral laboratory send outs.

· Maintains and operates all pathology laboratory equipment.

· Selects appropriate processing schedule for tissue processing.

· Performs requested special stain procedures and documents results.

· Accurately enters patient data in laboratory information system.

· Documents equipment maintenance.

· Assists in training new histology personnel.

· Reports to work consistently and promptly as scheduled.

· Ability to perform repetitive duties, following detailed instructions from standard procedures.

· Track referral lab turnaround times for reporting.

· Capable of identifying problems that may affect test performance.

· Ability to stand or sit at workstation for extended periods of time.

· Operate under a quality management system with proper record- keeping and compliance standards.

· Ability to use computer software and databases to access, review and collect information.

· Ensures accurate labeling of all tissue samples.

· Covers department staffing needs by adjusting weekly schedule to cover PTO.

· Generous PTO policy and eleven paid holidays per year

· Become a member of a small team with the opportunity to work closely with management in implementing growth solutions for a small pathology laboratory.

· Varied daily tasks – Split your workday between embedding, cutting and grossing duties.

· Half hour paid lunch break.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to utilize their skills in a dynamic healthcare environment. If you meet the requirements and are passionate about histology, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.74 - $38.83 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Gastroenterology
• Pathology

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Histology: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• HT Certification (Preferred)
• HTL Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Portland, ME 04101 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Portland, ME 04101: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person