Position Summary
Prepares histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by a pathologist. Prepares tissue for immediate examination using rapid tissue processing and frozen section technique to freeze, cut, mount, and stain tissue specimens received from surgery.
Primary Position Responsibilities
Prepares (embeds and cuts) high-quality histologic slides quickly and accurately from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by a pathologist.
Prepares high quality sections of tissue for immediate examination, using rapid tissue processing plus frozen section techniques to freeze, cut, mount, and stain tissue specimens received from surgery.
Skillfully operates laboratory equipment used to process specimens, and performs daily and weekly maintenance of histology equipment.
Prepares slides of specimens using special and immunohistochemical stains, using appropriate controls and achieving high quality results.
Examines slides under the microscope to make sure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements
Prepares specimens, slides, or blocks to send to a reference laboratory for specialized testing and studies.
Performs quality control testing of reagents and antibodies for immunochemical staining procedures and other classes of stains.
Picks up and accessions specimens for gross examination by a pathologist.
May be required to assist with cytology specimen collection and sending out.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred: Certificate in Histo Technology from an accredited school
Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):
Required:
3 years hospital Histology Technician experience if High School Diploma or Equivalent. Previous work experience is not required for Certified Histology Techs from an accredited school.
Must be ASCP eligible.
Preferred:
At least one year as a Histology Technician in a hospital setting and completion of histology technician school
License, Registry or Certification:
Required:
ASCP Histo-Technology (HT) certification within 1 year of hire
Preferred:
Current ASCP Histo-Technology (HT) certification
Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:
Required:
Basic Microsoft Office, Google, and LIS computer skills. Personnel skills.
Preferred:
None
Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include, but not be limited to, medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.
The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).
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