Histotechnician

Company: Hackensack Meridian Health
Location: Hackensack
Posted on: September 20, 2023

Job Description:

Histotechnician





Job ID

2023-133863



Department

HUMC All Other Lab



Site

Hackensack University Med Cntr




Job Location


US-NJ-Hackensack



Position Type

Full Time with Benefits



Standard Hours Per Week

40



Shift

Evening



Shift Hours

3 pm - 11 pm



Weekend Work

No Weekends Required



On Call Work

On-Call Commitment Required



Holiday Work

No Holidays Required






































Overview









Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
The Histotechnician is responsible for processing histological (tissue) specimens according to prescribed techniques.













Responsibilities









A day in the life of a Registered Histotechnician at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Cuts tissue into ribbon sections using the microtome in a timely manner.
  
• Mounts tissue sections and prepares slides for microscopic examination.
  
• Prepares and stains slides according to established procedures for histochemical stains and immunohistochemical stains as requested.
  
• Fixes selected specimens as approved by pathologist
• Reports to supervisor promptly when supplies are needed.
  
• Accepts surgical specimens according to established procedures.
  
• Performs all system functions necessary to achieve the timely reporting of results.
  
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
  
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Qualifications
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
  • Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited histotechnology program or Associate's degree with emphasis in biology and chemistry within 1 year of hire. Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
    • 3 years experience. Licenses and Certifications Required:
      • ASCP eligible
      • HT certification eligible If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
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