Pathology Support Technician, Per Diem, Morristown, NJ
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, the Pathology Support Technician ensures the proper preparation, handling, labeling, and transport of specimens; maintains equipment and inventory; and assists Pathologists with diagnostic procedures such as frozen sections. The role upholds accuracy, safety, and compliance with medical, ethical, and legal standards. The technician receives, documents, labels, prepares, stores, and transports specimens according to protocols; uses HIS and LIS software; prepares solutions, stains, and reagents for rapid diagnoses; performs slide staining for touch/squash preparations and Diff Quick; assists with Fine Needle Aspiration and frozen section procedures; and prepares the grossing area for Pathologists. The position also includes operating and maintaining technical equipment, supporting quality control and recordkeeping, managing inventory, helping train team members and students, and following department and Atlantic Health safety procedures. This is a per diem position with Atlantic Health in Morristown, New Jersey.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Foreign education credentials require U.S. equivalency documentation from an Atlantic Health-approved agency.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in biological science.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
Responsibilities
- Receive, document, and label pathology specimens.
- Assist with specimen preparation for analysis, including fixation and staining, and ensure appropriate storage and transport according to protocols.
- Use HIS and LIS software systems for job-related functions.
- Prepare solutions, stains, and reagents for rapid diagnoses.
- Perform slide staining for touch/squash preparations and Diff Quick for Pathologists.
- Assist Pathologists with Fine Needle Aspiration and frozen section procedures.
- Prepare the grossing area for Pathologists.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot technical equipment according to approved standard operating procedures.
- Follow quality control policies, document related activities, and maintain records of instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance.
- Manage inventory by rotating stock and checking expiration dates.
- Assist with training team members and students.
- Follow Atlantic Health and department safety procedures.
- Maintain accuracy, organize workload efficiently, communicate clearly, use sound judgment, collaborate with others, and adapt to changing priorities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage (eligibility stated for team members working 22.5 hours per week or above).
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability, with options to supplement.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
- PTO and paid sick leave.
- Tuition assistance, advancement opportunities, and academic advising.
- Parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
- Backup and on-site childcare.
- Well-Being Rewards.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Fertility benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
- Flexible spending and commuter accounts.
- Pet, home, auto, identity theft, and legal insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
