Job Title: Histology Technologist
Location: RWJ - Somerset
Department Name: Lab RWJSH
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
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 OverviewThe Grossing Technologist is responsible for performing gross examination and dissection of small biopsies and selected surgical specimens under the supervision of a pathologist,
The role includes accurately describing gross features, ensuring proper specimen triage, and maintaining compliance with laboratory safety and regulatory standards,
Additional responsibilities include accessioning specimens, assisting with specimen collection procedures, such as Fine Needle Aspirations, preparing cytology specimens, preparing, cutting, staining, and mounting tissue samples for diagnostic evaluation, equipment maintenance, clerical work related to specimens and slides sent out, and maintaining records as to their receipt and return,
QualificationsREQUIRED- Bachelor's degree in a biological science or related field
- Previous experience in a histology or anatomic pathology lab
- Proficiency in grossing small biopsies and familiarity with surgical pathology specimens,
- Attention to detail and ability to work independently are essential,
PREFERRED- HT or HTL certification preferred
- Training in grossing techniques strongly preferred
SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS- Day Shift
- Full-Time
- 40 hours per week
Essential Functions- Receive, verify, and accession surgical and cytologic pathology specimen according to laboratory protocols
- Maintains positive identification, chain of custody, and specimen integrity throughout specimen processing and testing procedures
- Determines acceptability of specimens, resolves discrepancies with accessioning personnel, procurement dispatch technicians, nursing personnel, physicians and other personnel
- Perform gross examination and dissection of small biopsy specimens, including but not limited to: Gastrointestinal biopsies, Prostate biopsies, Breast core biopsies, Liver, kidney, and skin punch biopsies
- Perform gross examination and dissection of small biopsy specimens, including but not limited to: Gastrointestinal biopsies, Prostate biopsies, Breast core biopsies, Liver, kidney, and skin punch biopsies
- Gross and describe surgical specimens, such as Gallbladders, Appendices, Fallopian tubes and Placentas
- Accurately describe gross features of specimens using appropriate medical terminology
- Record weighs, dimensions, and other specimen details as required
- Perform tissue triage and ensure proper orientation and sectioning as necessary
- Ensure that gross descriptions and cassettes are labeled correctly and match requisitions
- Ensure appropriate sampling for ancillary studies, such as microbiology, flow cytometry, etc,
- Embedding and cutting all different types and sizes of tissue
- Performing automatic and manual special stain
- Performing IHC stains,
- Maintain detailed knowledge of specimen handling protocols for frozen sections and special procedures, if applicable
- Manage workload effectively, ensuring timely processing of specimens
- Maintains morgue room and equipment in clean and orderly condition
- Assist with specimen collection procedures, such as Fine Needle Aspirations
- Transport specimens from collection areas to the lab
- Operate, clean, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment following training and safety guidelines
- Monitor, track, and replenish reagents and supplies to ensure continuous, uninterrupted operations
- Answers telephone giving factual information according to the nature of the question and within hospital guidelines
- Work collaboratively with Pathologists, Pathologist s Assistants, Residents, Histology staff and other lab personnel
- Communicate with couriers and internal departments regarding specimen pickups, issues or delays
- Properly store chemicals and dispose of waste according to chemical, biohazard, and OSHA safety procedures
- Utilizes proper clinical techniques and adheres to all quality, safety, compliance, regulatory, and accreditation standards
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the department
- Reviews all policy, procedure and instrument manuan a periodic basis to ensure compliance and maintain current knowledge of procedures
- Participates in continuing education efforts
- Performs additional tasks as requested by Chairman of Pathology or his/her designee
