Pathology Support Technician, Per Diem, Morristown, NJ

Atlantic Health; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health in Morristown, NJ seeks a Pathology Support Tech to ensure proper preparation, labeling, and transport of pathology specimens and to assist Pathologists with diagnostic procedures, including frozen sections. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and compliance with medical, ethical, and legal standards.

The candidate will handle specimen accessioning, prepare materials, operate equipment, manage inventory, and support training while maintaining quality control and collaborating

Qualifications

• Experience handling and labeling pathology specimens.
• Familiarity with HIS/LIS software in a clinical lab.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, document, label pathology specimens and assist in preparation.
• Assist Pathologists with diagnostic procedures and frozen sections.
• Maintain equipment, QC records, and inventory control.
• Operate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment following SOPs.
• Assist with training of team members and students.
• Adhere to safety, ethical, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Specimen Handling

LIS/HIS Software

Lab Support

Communication

Tools

HIS/LIS Software Systems

Job description

Under supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, the Pathology Support Tech ensures proper preparation, handling, labeling, and transport of specimens, maintains equipment and inventory; and assists Pathologists with diagnostic procedures such as frozen sections. Upholds accuracy, safety, and compliance with medical, ethical, and legal standards.

• Specimen Handling and Accessioning: Receives, documents, and labels pathology specimens. Assists in specimen preparation for analysis, including fixation and staining. Ensures proper storage and transport per protocols.
• Computer Skills: Demonstrates proficiency in the use of HIS and LIS software systems in all job-related functions.
• Technical & Laboratory Support: Prepare solutions, stains, and reagents for rapid diagnoses. Slide staining (Touch/squash preps and Diff Quick) for Pathologists. Assist Pathologist with Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) and frozen section procedures. Preparation of grossing area for Pathologists.
• Equipment Operation: Operates, maintains and troubleshoots all technical equipment according to approved standard operating procedures.
• Quality Control: Follows quality control policies, documents all related activities, and maintains records of instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance.
• Inventory Management: Manage inventory by rotating stock and checking supply expiration dates to ensure availability and compliance.
• Training: Assists with training of team members and students.
• Safety: Demonstrates knowledge and practice of all Atlantic Health and department safety procedures.
• Detail-oriented: Maintains accuracy in daily tasks.
• Organized: Manages workload efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Effective communicator: Communicates clearly with Practitioners, Clinicians, Pathologists, patients, Team Members, and other departments.
• Critical thinker: Uses sound judgment to assess situations and make decisions.
• Collaborative: Builds positive working relationships and contributes to a supportive team environment.
• Adaptable: Responds well to changing priorities and situations.