Histotechnician Full-time Evenings / Voorhees
About The Position
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. Job Description 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.
Requirements
- Minimum of externship in a CLIA laboratory.
- Minimum of associate's degree in Histology, laboratory science, biological or chemical science or other relevant field.
- Valid certification as a Histotechnician (HT) or equivalent, or meets CLIA '88 educational requirements for high complexity testing.
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.
Benefits
- 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
- an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
