Job Title: Histology Technician
Location: RWJ - New Brunswick
Department Name: Lab RWJNB
Req #: 0000212667
Status: Hourly
Shift: Evening
Pay Range: $35.81 - $46.40 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview:
The Histologist processes, accessions, cuts, embeds, and stains tissue specimens for review and diagnosis by the Pathologist. Cytology specimens, including fluids, washing and brushings are also processed by the Histologist for review and diagnosis by the Pathologist.
Qualifications:
Required:
Education:
AS degree
Experience:
Prefer 2-3 years of previous experience in a hospital environment
Certification/Licensure:
Histology certification
Essential Functions:
• Processes surgical specimens, cutting, tissues and providing high quality slides to the pathologist in a timely manner.
• Picks up specimens from the OR.
• Accessions specimens.
• Processes, embeds and labels tissue samples. Gives priority to specimens as directed by the pathologist.
• Stains, routine, special stains and immunohistochemistry.
• Performs other procedures as directed with acceptable turn around times.
• Prepares solutions for instruments and staining, changes solutions according to schedule and washed staining dishes. Maintains solutions in the Frozen section room.
• Maintains laboratory equipment, troubleshoots problems, resolves or escalates to supervisor for resolution.
• Files slides and paraffin blocks daily.
• Performs weekly inventory.
• Performs quality control, resolves out of control discrepancies, and documents corrective actions.
• Prepares cytology slides, stains and cover slips.
• Completes appropriate billing for all test performed.
• Disposes of specimens according to laboratory guidelines and state regulations.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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