Pathology Slide Processor - Laboratory

Medical Diagnostic Laboratories • Hamilton Township, NJ

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About The Position

The Pathology Slide Processor performs technical preparation of cytology slides from ThinPrep samples for microscopic examination and quality control screening. The role identifies cytology specimens; creates sample worksheets using dMDL; labels cytology imaging slides with patient identifiers; prepares slides using ThinPrep 2000; operates Veristain, the Tissue-Tek Film coverslipper, and the ThinPrep Imaging System; processes sample worksheets; and manually prepares cytology slides using the GAA protocol.

Additional responsibilities include coordinating waste disposal and with the Cytology manager, maintaining records, following safety guidelines when handling materials, and protecting customer privacy. The role requires teamwork, accountability, clear and timely communication, initiative in diagnosing and resolving problems, productive work habits, and consistent attention to accuracy and quality.

Requirements

• High school education.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and perform repetitive motion.
• Proficient visual and audio skills.

Nice To Haves

• Three-month Clinical Laboratory Accessioner Training.
• Medical experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify cytology specimens.
• Create sample worksheets utilizing dMDL.
• Label cytology imaging slides with patient identifiers.
• Prepare slides utilizing ThinPrep 2000.
• Operate Veristain.
• Operate the Tissue-Tek Film coverslipper for cytology imaging slides.
• Load and operate the ThinPrep Imaging System.
• Process sample worksheets.
• Manually prepare cytology slides using the GAA protocol.
• Coordinate waste disposal.
• Coordinate with the Cytology manager.
• Maintain records.
• Conduct activities safely and handle materials according to safety guidelines.
• Maintain customer privacy.
• Participate as a team member and remain accountable for own work responsibilities.
• Deliver information in a supportive, timely, and understandable manner.
• Proactively diagnose and resolve problems.
• Maintain productive work habits, accuracy, and quality.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Dependent care flexible spending account.
• Voluntary policies, including accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and supplemental short-term disability.
• Legal plan and identity theft protection.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Credit union.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED