Histotechnologist I

Experience Required

1 - 3 years

Minimum Education Required

Associate Degree

Compensation

$32.00 - $50.73 / Hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Shift

First Shift (Day)

Job Description

Job Description

Histotechnologist I - Clifton, NJ, Tuesday to Saturday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Pay range: $32.00 - $50.73 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

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:

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours

Best-in-class well-being programs

Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness

healthyMINDS mental health program

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off

FinFit financial coaching and services

401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service

Employee stock purchase plan

Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option

Flexible Spending Accounts

Annual incentive plans

Matching gifts program

Education assistance through MyQuest for Education

Career advancement opportunities

and so much more!

Responsibilities:

Job Responsibilities:

Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures.

Capable of performing all the duties/responsibilities of a Histotechnician I and II.

Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples.

Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.

Ensure proper tissue processing.

Embed processed tissue in paraffin.

Perform microtomy of embedded tissue.

Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining.

Perform cover slipping of stained slides either manually or automated.

Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.

Obtain and validate tissue used in special stains.

Perform all special stain procedures.

May prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures.

May obtain and validate control material used in IHC procedures.

May perform IHC testing.

Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.

Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoot minor equipment failures. Document remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests.

Adhere to laboratory's quality control policies and document all quality control activities.

Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.

Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.

Qualifications:

Job Requirements

AA or AS degree or equivalent training and experience

1-3 years experience as a Histotechnician

Special Requirements: HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP)

59086

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Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

59086

Job Type

Full Time