This role is a hospital-based position
Histotechnician I - Paterson, NJ - Monday - Friday 4:00AM-8:00AM
The Histotechnician I position is an entry-level position for individuals with previous histology or other laboratory experience (i.e., laboratory assistant, cytology prep tech, etc.). The individual will receive on-the-job training to perform specific technical histology functions under the general supervision of a qualified histotechnician II / histotechnologist or higher. This position can also be used for individuals who recently graduated from a NAACLS accredited histotechnology program and have not obtained their ASCP certification.
Pay Range: $21.99 - $36.29 / hour
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits Information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
Part-time employees (29 hours or less per week) are eligible for:
- Paid Time Off and Health Time (part-time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week)
- Paid Holidays (if regularly scheduled to work 20+ hours per week)
- 401(k) with matching contributions
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Blueprint for Wellness
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Training provided!
Responsibilities:
- Under general supervision and according to policies and procedures, performs limited activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s).
- Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
- Performs limited embedding and microtomy under direct supervision.
- Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining.
- Graduates of a NAACLS accredited histotechnology program can perform special stains.
- Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated.
- Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens.
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of non-complex equipment.
- Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
- Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
- Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CMS and CAP regulations.
- Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
- Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Work Experience: 1 year of experience in a histology or related laboratory setting.
Preferred Work Experience: Previous experience as a histotechnician.
Physical and Mental Requirements: Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
Knowledge: Basic medical terminology.
Skills: N/A
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
Some College Courses
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
Current state licensure, if applicable (Required)
NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program.
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2024-73175
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