Lead Histology Technician
Company: New England Tissue Issue
Location: Fall River
Posted on: March 9, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position
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a company that values its team members! Location: Fall River, MA
Days: Monday - Friday Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Salary range: $47.00
- $50.00/hour Full-time: Benefit Eligible In this role, you will:
Prepare histologic slides from human tissue sections for
microscopic examination and diagnosis by Pathologist. Prepares
sections of human tissue for microscopic examination and patient
diagnosis, using techniques to gross (dissect tissue), embed
(orient specimen in paraffin block), section (cut thin sections of
tissue), stain (enhance contrast of tissue and highlight specific
features of interest with routine hematoxylin and eosin stains),
and mount tissue (adhere tissue onto glass slides), from surgical
procedures. Performs recuts and additional stains including special
and immunohistochemistry stains, as requested by a Pathologist.
Assists the Histology Supervisor in enforcing the Standard
Operating Procedures (SOP’s), company policies and procedures, and
service standards. Advises Histology Supervisor of problems and
concerns in the department and the laboratory. Operates
computerized laboratory equipment to fix, dehydrate, and infiltrate
with wax, tissue specimens to be preserved for study by
Pathologist. May label requisitions, specimen containers, cassettes
and/or slides and affixes coverslip to slides. Maintains laboratory
equipment and tracks all routine maintenance and quality controls
performed. All you need is: Associate’s Degree in the field of
Laboratory Science or equivalent under the 1988 Clinical Laboratory
Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines of high complexity
testing. State licensure, if applicable. Certified or eligible for
Board of Certification (BOC) by the American Society of Clinical
Pathologists (ASCP). We’ll give you: Appreciation for your work A
feeling of satisfaction that you’ve helped people Opportunity to
grow in your profession Free lab services for you and your
dependents Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid
Holidays Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision
insurance Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company
match Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: 1st Shift (United
States of America) Job Category: Laboratory Operations Company: New
England Tissue Issue Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity
employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive
workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and
harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age,
national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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