Histotechnologist, Full Time Evenings, ACL

Atlantic Health System•Morristown, NJ

3d•$33 - $59

About The Position

The Histotechnologist - Anatomic Pathology is responsible for performing all routine microtomy and staining of surgical specimens, including IHC and special stains. Prepares tissues for microscopic diagnosis by a Pathologist utilizing a variety of manual, semi-automated, and automated technologies. Responsible for maintaining the integrity of tissue through the pre-analytic to post-analytic phase in the Anatomic Pathology laboratory. Responsible for producing slides of good to superior quality and works closely with the Pathologist to provide slides in an efficient and timely manner.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biological, Chemical or Life Science required
Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Requires a high level of organizational and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) Preferred: Minimum of 1 year experience as a HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP)
Experience in IHC (Immunohistochemistry) highly preferred
Skillful knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, Laboratory Information Systems and Hospital Health Care Management Systems

Responsibilities

Performs STAT and routine histological procedures (preparation, processing, and/or staining of patient tissues) prior to the microscopic study and diagnosis by the Pathologist.
Processes and embeds tissue in paraffin and cuts paraffin blocks using microtomes at correct setting determined for individual tissue types.
Ensures proper tissue processing Involved in maintenance of all laboratory equipment
Follows Standard Operating Procedures, prepares stains and solutions, stains prepared tissue by using routine, special and immunohistochemical staining processes.
Coverslips and evaluates microscopically the quality of stains and sections.
Performs complex histologic procedures and analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles.
Performs immunohistochemical, immunofluorescence, special stains, and frozen section studies.
Ensures compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations
Obtains and validate tissue used in special stains
Ensures all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met
Prepares and maintains slides, solutions, and hazardous chemicals for recycling.
Maintains equipment for proper functioning, quality control and supply inventories.
Maintains supplies and ensures clean work environment according to hospital's standard and approved protocols.
Participates in inter-shift coverage for time off, emergencies and holidays.
Prepares slides and blocks maintaining patient identification according to lab practices.
Contributes to monthly Quality Assurance to be maintained for the department.
Accurately match and label specimen container with requisition for surgical number.
Accurately correlate cassettes with surgical number.
Other relevant duties as assigned by Management

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
PTO & Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
Backup and On-Site Childcare
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance