Histotech

RWJBarnabas Health; New Jersey; On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Histology Technologist to join the Dermatology histology team in New Jersey. The role focuses on embedding, sectioning, staining, IHC, and quality control to support Mohs surgery and diagnostic accuracy.

You will collaborate with Mohs surgeons and clinical staff in a fast-paced lab, maintain regulatory standards, and participate in ongoing process improvements to ensure patient safety and high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Certified Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL).
• 3–5 years histology experience, including Mohs micrographic surgery.
• Proficiency in embedding, sectioning, staining, IHC, and frozen section prep.
• Ability to work autonomously with Mohs physicians and clinical staff.
• Experience performing quality control, maintenance, and troubleshooting histology instrumentation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to laboratory quality, safety, and compliance.
• Ability to stand up to 8 hours and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Embed, section, stain, perform IHC, and prepare specimens for pathologic examination.
• Assist Mohs surgeons and physicians with frozen section procedures.
• Prepare specimens for dispatch to external labs and manage records.
• Enter procedures into laboratory information systems and document QC.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot histology equipment.
• Contribute to quality, efficiency, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Assist in developing new procedures and evaluating new instrumentation.
• Stay current with histology techniques and safety practices.

Skills

Histology techniques

Mohs surgery support

Quality control

Equipment troubleshooting

Autonomous work

Team collaboration

Tools

LIMS

Cryostat

Job description

Req #: 0000266140

Category: Laboratory

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: Rutgers University Medical Grp

Department: RWJMS Dermatology

Pay Range: $34.75 - $45.06 per hour

Location: 1 World's Fair Drive - Suite 2400, Somerset, NJ 08873

Job Title: Histotech II

Location: Rutgers University Medical Grp

Department Name: RWJMS Dermatology

Req #: 0000266140

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $34.00 - $45.00 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.

Histology Technologist

At RWJBarnabas Health, Histology Technologists are valued members of a collaborative laboratory team dedicated to advancing patient care through precision, quality, and innovation. In this role, you will work closely with Mohs surgeons and clinical staff to provide accurate, timely histologic preparations that support exceptional diagnostic and patient care outcomes.

As a Histology Technologist, you will play a vital role in preparing tissue specimens for pathological examination through embedding, sectioning, staining, immunohistochemistry, and quality assurance activities. You will perform complex histology procedures, maintain regulatory and quality standards, support continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborate with physicians and laboratory professionals to ensure diagnostic excellence.

Joining RWJBarnabas Health means becoming part of a culture that values teamwork, service excellence, quality, and continuous learning while empowering every team member to make a meaningful impact on the patients and communities we serve.

A Typical Day For a Histology Technologist May Include

• Preparing tissue specimens for pathologic examination through embedding, microtomy, routine and special staining procedures, immunohistochemistry, and specimen labeling.
• Assisting pathologists and Mohs physicians with frozen section procedures as needed to support timely diagnoses.
• Preparing specimens for dispatch and referral to outside laboratories.
• Filing records, slides, blocks, and specimens in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Entering pathology procedures related to surgical specimens into laboratory information systems.
• Performing and documenting quality control measures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with laboratory standards.
• Conducting preventive maintenance and troubleshooting activities on histology equipment and instrumentation.
• Participating in departmental quality, efficiency, and performance improvement initiatives, including data collection, process evaluation, and implementation of improvements.
• Assisting in the development of new laboratory procedures and evaluating new instrumentation and technologies.
• Optimizing and validating new antibodies, protocols, and testing methodologies as needed.
• Participating in safety activities and training sessions while adhering to Standard Precautions and Hazardous Materials programs.
• Assuming supervisory responsibilities as requested to support departmental operations.
• Attending continuing education programs and seminars to maintain technical expertise and professional competency.
• Supporting additional departmental and laboratory duties as needed to ensure efficient workflow and exceptional service.

This Role Might Be For You If

• You are a certified Histotechnician who takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality results.
• You have experience supporting Mohs Micrographic Surgery and understand the importance of timely, precise tissue processing.
• You are highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• You thrive working independently and are comfortable making sound decisions in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• You collaborate effectively with Mohs physicians, practice leadership, and clinical team members to ensure seamless patient care.
• You enjoy troubleshooting equipment, solving technical challenges, and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• You are committed to patient safety, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and service excellence.
• You value continuous learning and staying current with advances in histology techniques and laboratory best practices.

To be considered for this Histology Technologist opportunity, you must:

• Be a Certified Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL).
• Have a minimum of 3-5 years of Histology experience, including Mohs Micrographic Surgery experience.
• Demonstrate proficiency in tissue embedding, sectioning, staining, immunohistochemistry, and frozen section preparation.
• Possess the ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with Mohs physicians, the Practice Manager, and other clinical staff.
• Have experience performing quality control, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting histology instrumentation.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities.
• Be committed to maintaining the highest standards of laboratory quality, safety, and compliance.
• Be able to stand for up to 8 hours per shift and lift up to 50 pounds as required.

This Histology Technologist opportunity offers the chance to combine technical expertise, independent practice, and collaborative patient care in a specialized Mohs surgery environment dedicated to clinical excellence.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer