Histology Technologist Full-time Evenings / Voorhees
Histology Technologist Full-time Evenings / Voorhees
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Job Description
At Virtua Health we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether thats wellness and prevention experienced specialists life-changing care or something in-between we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.
If you live or work in South Jersey exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14000 colleagues including over 2850 skilled and compassionate doctors physician assistants and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies treatments and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report weve received multiple awards for quality safety and outstanding work environment.
In addition to five hospitals seven emergency departments seven urgent care centers and more than 280 otherlocations were committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program telehealth home health rehabilitation mobile screenings paramedic programs and convenient online scheduling. Were also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences and the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.
Location:
Voorhees - 100 Bowman DriveEmployment Type:
EmployeeEmployment Classification:
RegularTime Type:
Full timeWork Shift:
2nd Shift (United States of America)Total Weekly Hours:
40Additional Locations:
Job Information:
Work Schedule:
Voorhees Full-time
Mon to Fri 2:30pm to 11:00pm
No weekends no holidays
Job Summary:
Processes surgical and autopsy specimens. Prepares microscopic slides for diagnostic purposes. Performs diagnostic testing including special stains and Immunohistochemistry. Examines slides microscopically to ensure preparation meets laboratory quality requirements.
Position Responsibilities
Embeds tissue samples in paraffin correctly identifying type of tissue as well as normal and abnormal tissue components.
Cuts tissue in ultra thin sections modifying technique based on tissue type.
Performs routine special and Immunohistochemical staining procedures. Understands the basic principles of immunology as they relate to problem solving and unexpected test results
Prepares tissue specimens for routine and special processing selects correct protocol based on physician orders. Correlates laboratory tests to disease processes and understands basic physiology required to recognize appropriate test selection.
Performs reviews and documents quality control according to established policies and procedures. Evaluates data and investigates problems. Takes corrective action according to predetermined criteria or refers problem to the appropriate manager.
Position Qualifications Required:
Required Experience: Minimum of externship in a CLIA laboratory.
Required Education: Minimum of bachelors degree in Histology laboratory science biological or chemical science or other relevant field.
Training / Certification / Licensure: Valid certification as a Histotechnologist (HLT) or equivalent (HEW) or meets CLIA 88 educational requirements for high complexity testing.
Hourly Rate: $31.25 - $48.43 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicants experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues including but not limited to: medical/prescription dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws short-term disability and optional long-term disability colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.For more benefits information click here.
Employment Type
Full-Time
