Histology Tech Per Diem / Voorhees

Virtua Health; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Virtua Health in Voorhees, NJ, seeks a part-time Histotechnician to prepare and analyze surgical tissue specimens. Expect embedding, sectioning, and staining with routine, special, and IHC methods, ensuring quality and accurate results. Flexible start times, on-site work, and weekends optional.

The role requires an externship in a CLIA laboratory and an associate's degree in Histology or related field, with strong interpersonal and time-management skills.

Qualifications

• Externship in a CLIA-certified laboratory required.
• Strong interpersonal and time-management skills.
• Associate's degree in Histology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Embeds tissue samples in paraffin, identifying tissue type and components.
• Cuts tissue into ultra-thin sections; adjusts technique by tissue type.
• Performs routine, special and immunohistochemical staining procedures.
• Applies immunology principles to interpret test results and select protocols.
• Prepares tissue specimens for processing using physician orders.
• Correlates lab tests with disease processes and basic physiology.
• Performs, reviews, and documents quality control per policies.
• Evaluates data and investigates problems; takes corrective action as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Associate's degree in Histology or related field

Tools

Histology instruments

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location

Voorhees - 100 Bowman Drive Remote Type: On-Site Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Per Diem Time Type: Part time Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 0 Additional Locations: Job Information: Work Schedule: Days, flexible start between 5:30am and 8:00am. Weekends optional.

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 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.

Hourly Rate: $40.25

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.

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Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well That's our mission. We’re dedicated to offering the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities. Our doctors, clinical practitioners, and administrative staff are a respectful, caring team of professionals committed to providing world-class quality healthcare. We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.