Histology Technician - Hamilton, NJ Job at 1 Hamilton Place, Hamilton, NJ

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  • 1 Hamilton Place
  • Hamilton, NJ

Job Description

Job Title:Histology Technician

Location:SBC Corporation

Department Name:Lab RWJHH

Req #:0000205594

Status:per hour

Shift:Day

Pay Range: $30.50 - $44.34, per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The Compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview :

Processes, embeds, sections and stains surgical pathology materials to assist the pathologist in making diagnostic recommendations. Processes routine surgical pathology specimens from login thru slide filing and charge issuance. Assists in the preparation of stat frozen sections.  Prepares and verifies special stains. Prepares reagents and maintains equipment in good operating condition. Performs all QC & QA as dictated by accreditation agencies. Maintains an adequate supplies inventory. Reviews and updates policies and procedures biennially. Applies the knowledge and skills necessary to assess data reflective of each patient's status and provide the care appropriate to the age of the patients served, ie., infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.

Qualifications :

Required :

  • High School diploma
  • One year internship in a histology program or equivalent work experience

Scheduling Requirements :

  • Day shift
  • Per Diem

Essential Functions :

  • Maintains positive specimen ID from OR to Lab through the transport, order entry, gross dissection, microtomy, embedding, staining, report generation, block and slide filing processes.  (100% compliance required.)
  • Prepares slides for pathologist review and interpretation within departmental timelines in an efficient and cost-effective manner on a daily basis. Provides specimen pickup throughout the facility per departmental and pathologist timelines to expedite the gross dissection and transcription of the pathology interpretation.  Prepares frozen section specimens within departmental timelines.  (First slide set available by 0830 hours.  Specimen pickups three or more times per day.  Frozen section responsiveness is 15 minutes.)
  • Maintains, troubleshoots and repairs histology equipment with supervisory oversight per departmental and manufacturer's specifications.
  • Reviews, updates and corrects all QC, QA, PM and repair records required by accreditation agencies (CAP, AABB, JC and State of New Jersey) to ensure full compliance and accreditation.
  • Prepares timely reagent and supply orders, coordinates repairs and staffing coverage.  (Less than 2 rush orders per month.)
  • Reviews, updates and corrects all QC, QA, PM and repair records required by accreditation agencies (CAP, AABB, JC and State of New Jersey) to ensure full compliance and accreditation.
  • Manages specimen storage area to minimize clutter and spill hazards from stored specimens.  Handles and discards waste xylene and formaldehyde according to departmental procedures.  Keeps work areas clean and free of clutter.  (Discards specimens at least monthly.)
  • Demonstrates a proactive work ethic and promotes teamwork by assisting coworkers wherever and whenever possible to complete the patient's workload efficiently.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.



RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Daily paid, Work experience placement, Internship, Local area, Shift work, Day shift,

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