Pathology Support Technician, Per Diem, MMC

Atlantic Health System•Morristown, NJ

11d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Foreign education credentials require US equivalency documentation by an AHS approved agency

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in biological science preferred
Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures proper preparation, handling, labeling, and transport of specimens
Maintains equipment and inventory
Assists Pathologists with diagnostic procedures such as frozen sections
Upholds accuracy, safety, and compliance with medical, ethical, and legal standards
Receives, documents, and labels pathology specimens
Assists in specimen preparation for analysis, including fixation and staining
Ensures proper storage and transport per protocols
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of HIS and LIS software systems in all job-related functions
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
Operates, maintains and troubleshoots all technical equipment according to approved standard operating procedures
Follows quality control policies, documents all related activities, and maintains records of instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance
Manage inventory by rotating stock and checking supply expiration dates to ensure availability and compliance
Assists with training of team members and students
Demonstrates knowledge and practice of all Atlantic Health and department safety procedures
Maintains accuracy in daily tasks
Manages workload efficiently and in a timely manner
Communicates clearly with Practitioners, Clinicians, Pathologists, patients, Team Members, and other departments
Uses sound judgment to assess situations and make decisions
Builds positive working relationships and contributes to a supportive team environment
Responds well to changing priorities and situations