Histotech Per Diem / Voorhees

Histotechnician Or Histotechnologist

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 Experience Required: 1 year of full time histology experience in an accredited laboratory within the last 5 years.
• Required Education: Baccalaureate (BS) or Associate's (AS) degree with a combination of 12 semester hours of biology and chemistry or at least 60 semester hours of academic credit with a combination of 12 semester hours of biology and chemistry
• Training/Certifications/Licensure: Graduation from an approved Histotechnology Program or HT (ASCP) certification required or registry eligible.

Hourly Rate: $40.25

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.