What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histopathology Technician position at RieLes Group?
RieLes Group is seeking a Medical Technician - Histopathology Technician supporting VA Togus Maine Healthcare System at Augusta, ME. VA Togus Maine Healthcare System is a veterans' healthcare facility located in Augusta, Maine. It is part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and serves military veterans by providing comprehensive medical care, including primary care, specialized treatments, mental health services, and rehabilitation programs.
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Job Title: Medical Technician - Histopathology Technician
Histology and Cytology
Location: Augusta, ME – VA Togus Maine Healthcare
1 VA Center, Augusta, ME 04330
Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Medical Technician - Histopathology Technician to join our team at VA Togus Maine Healthcare. Histopathology Technician is a specialized laboratory professional who assists in the preparation and examination of tissue samples for disease diagnosis, including cancer and infections. They work in hospitals, pathology laboratories, research centers, and forensic labs.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for grossing tissue specimens, accessioning them into the computer system, embedding, sutting, staining, and cover-slipping tissue
Prepare special stains for tissue as requested by pathologists
Assist pathologists in cutting surgical, frozen sections, and possibly autopsies
May serve as a back-up morgue assistant in the absence of the contract diener
Requirements:
Experience:
Minimum 3 years of recent Histology and Cytology experience
Training & Certifications:
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) / Basic Life Support (BLS) (renewable every two years, 4 hours)
VA Privacy and Information Security Awareness (1 hour annually)
VHA Privacy and HIPAA Focused Training (1 hour annually)
Vaccinations:
Proof of negative Tuberculosis Skin Test (TST) or interferon-gamma release assay (IGRA)
Proof of immunization for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis
Annual Influenza vaccine
Full COVID-19 vaccination (exemptions reviewed on a case-by-case basis)
Other Requirements:
Must be technically proficient, fluent in English, and meet all VA educational and mandatory training courses
Please send me your most updated resume to mcastillo@rielesgroup.com
RieLes Group has been providing meaningful opportunities that move people to social and economic empowerment since 2009. Helping individuals find their next opportunity through Persistence, Integrity, Authenticity, and Respect. RieLes Group seeks to foster a relationship with each employee and our business partners.
Job Title: Medical Technician - Histopathology Technician
Histology and Cytology
Location: Augusta, ME – VA Togus Maine Healthcare
1 VA Center, Augusta, ME 04330
Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Medical Technician - Histopathology Technician to join our team at VA Togus Maine Healthcare. Histopathology Technician is a specialized laboratory professional who assists in the preparation and examination of tissue samples for disease diagnosis, including cancer and infections. They work in hospitals, pathology laboratories, research centers, and forensic labs.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for grossing tissue specimens, accessioning them into the computer system, embedding, sutting, staining, and cover-slipping tissue
Prepare special stains for tissue as requested by pathologists
Assist pathologists in cutting surgical, frozen sections, and possibly autopsies
May serve as a back-up morgue assistant in the absence of the contract diener
Requirements:
Experience:
Minimum 3 years of recent Histology and Cytology experience
Training & Certifications:
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) / Basic Life Support (BLS) (renewable every two years, 4 hours)
VA Privacy and Information Security Awareness (1 hour annually)
VHA Privacy and HIPAA Focused Training (1 hour annually)
Vaccinations:
Proof of negative Tuberculosis Skin Test (TST) or interferon-gamma release assay (IGRA)
Proof of immunization for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis
Annual Influenza vaccine
Full COVID-19 vaccination (exemptions reviewed on a case-by-case basis)
Other Requirements:
Must be technically proficient, fluent in English, and meet all VA educational and mandatory training courses
Please send me your most updated resume to mcastillo@rielesgroup.com
