UnitedHealth Group
Location
Needham, Massachusetts
Salary
$20 - $36 / HOUR
Performs histology and immunohistochemistry procedures, including embedding, cutting, and staining, to prepare specimens for pathologist examination. Responsible for receiving surgical specimens, logging data, and maintaining laboratory quality control and safety standards.
Requires an Associate degree with chemistry and biology coursework or a high school diploma with 3+ years of clinical histology experience. ASCP certification as a Histotechnician is preferred.
Location: 152 Second Avenue, Needham, MA 02494 Department: Laboratory Schedule: Full time, 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday, 5:00am - 1:30pm Under general supervision, performs Histology and Immunohistochemistry procedures and techniques in preparation for examination by the Pathologist. Fully skilled in all histology techniques, which include embedding, cutting, staining and coverslipping. Fully skilled in grossing pathology specimens. Typically reports to Anatomic Pathology Manager with clinical oversight by the pathologist. Primary Responsibilities: Receives surgical specimens, logs these accessions and assigns them an accession number. Enters specimen data and patient information in the computer. Checks for errors and brings errors and discrepancies to the supervisor’s attention Demonstrates full competency in all histology techniques, including embedding, cutting, staining and cover slipping Prepares, performs and troubleshoots special stain solutions Performs advanced and specialized Histology and Immunohistochemistry techniques Performs, evaluates and records established quality control and quality assurance procedures. Documents corrective actions Assists the Anatomic Pathology Manager in the lab’s administrative requirements such as procedure writing Trains new personnel in Histology procedures and techniques Operates, maintains and/or documents the maintenance of specialized equipment Practices all safety measures utilizing proper PPE Maintains an uncluttered and disinfected work area Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, local and company policies and procedures Perform other duties as assigned Any other duties performed which are not listed above are considered non-essential functions Working Conditions: Busy lab environment with frequent deadlines and interruptions. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Associates degree (AS) including 12 semester hours of Chemistry and Biology OR a high school education and 3+ years of experience in a clinical histology lab environment as a histotechnician
Certified Histotechnician (HT) through the American Society for Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or eligible Ability to perform accurate, reliable and high level work quickly and under pressure Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing Good hand eye coordination and the ability to work with delicate instruments and automated equipment Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $36.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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