Job Summary
The Medical Technician II (Histologic Technician) performs routine and special tests according to written protocols to determine test results that will assist in diagnosing and treating patients.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Demonstrates competency, individually and as part of the multidisciplinary team, in performing clinical care and assessment of all patient populations.
- Collects, accepts and prepares specimens for analysis and storage.
- Performs all testing and related calculations, demonstrating proper techniques.
- Evaluates and reports results of Quality Control for routine stains and special stains.
- Performs established procedures for quality testing.
- Demonstrates effective communication skills.
- Participates in additional activities that are necessary to satisfy departmental needs and requirements.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED (grandfathered) or Associates degree with previous experience in Histology.
- All employees hired during or after 2016 must be a graduate of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) approved program for Histotechnology and eligible to sit for the American Society of College Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification (BOC) examination or have been working in the field prior to 2016.
- Prolong standing; climbing or bending maybe required.
- Possible exposure to communicable diseases or hazardous or toxic materials.
- Finger and manual dexterity may be required to manipulate small objects and supplies.
- Proficiency in the English language required.
- WIH Internal Posting Period: 8/12/26-8/21/26
About Us
Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.
EEO Statements
Americans with Disability Act Statement
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
EEOC
Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Ethics
Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.
