Histology Tech Per Diem / Voorhees

Virtua Health; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 45,744 - 65,151; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dependent care spending accounts

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and sick leave

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program with counseling

Job summary

Virtua Health in Voorhees Township, NJ, is seeking a skilled Histotechnician to process surgical and autopsy specimens, prepare diagnostic slides, and perform testing. You will need a minimum of an associate's degree in Histology and relevant experience in a CLIA laboratory. The position offers competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, paid time off, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of externship in a CLIA laboratory.
• Valid certification as a Histotechnician (HT) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Embeds tissue samples in paraffin and identifies tissue types.
• Cuts tissue in ultra-thin sections based on its type.
• Performs routine, special, and Immunohistochemical staining.
• Prepares specimens for processing based on physician orders.
• Conducts quality control and investigates problems.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Associate's degree in Histology or relevant field

Job description

Job Summary

Processes surgical and autopsy specimens. Prepares microscopic slides for diagnostic purposes. Performs diagnostic testing including special stains and Immunohistochemistry. Examines slides microscopically to ensure preparation meets laboratory quality requirements.

Position Responsibilities

• Embeds tissue samples in paraffin correctly identifying type of tissue as well as normal and abnormal tissue components.
• Cuts tissue in ultra-thin sections modifying technique based on tissue type.
• Performs routine, special and Immunohistochemical staining procedures. Understands the basic principles of immunology as they relate to problem solving and unexpected test results.
• Prepares tissue specimens for routine and special processing, selects correct protocol based on physician orders. Correlates laboratory tests to disease processes and understands basic physiology required to recognize appropriate test selection.
• Performs, reviews, and documents quality control according to established policies and procedures. Evaluates data and investigates problems. Takes corrective action according to predetermined criteria or refers problem to the appropriate manager.

Position Qualifications Required

Required Experience: Minimum of externship in a CLIA laboratory. Good interpersonal and time management skills.

Required Education: Minimum of associate's degree in Histology, laboratory science, biological or chemical science or another relevant field.

Training / Certification / Licensure: Valid certification as a Histotechnician (HT) or equivalent or meets CLIA '88 educational requirements for high complexity testing.

Salary

$40.25 - $40.25 Hourly

Benefits

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.