Histology Technician jobs in Somerset, NJ

Histology Technician receives and prepares tissue specimens for routine and special procedures and pathologist review. Performs histological procedures including accessioning, tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining. Being a Histology Technician maintains accurate tissue and slide records. Cleans and maintains instruments and work areas. Additionally, Histology Technician complies with established laboratory policies for universal precautions and safety. Requires an associate degree in biology, related science, or equivalent. Typically requires completion of an accredited histotechnology program. Requires ASCP Histotechnician certification (HT). Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Histology Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Histology Technician
  • Hunterdon Health
  • Flemington, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary

    Prepares histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologist. Prepares tissue for immediate examination using rapid tissue processing and frozen section technique to freeze, cut, mount, and stain tissue specimens received from surgery.

    Primary Position Responsibilities

    1.

    Prepares (embed and cut) high quality histologic slides quickly and accurately from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologist.

    2.

    Prepares high quality sections of tissue for immediate examination, using rapid tissue processing plus frozen section techniques to freeze, cut, mount, and stain tissue specimens received from surgery.

    3.

    Skillfully operates laboratory equipment used to process specimens, and performs daily and weekly maintenance of histology equipment.

    4.

    Prepares slides of specimens using special and immunohistochemical stains, using appropriate controls and achieving high quality results.

    5.

    Examines slides under microscope to make sure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements

    6.

    Prepares specimens, slides, or blocks to send to reference laboratory for specialized testing and studies.

    7.

    Performs quality control testing of reagents and antibodies for immunochemical staining procedures and other classes of stains.

    8.

    Picks up and accessions specimens for gross examination by pathologist.

    9.

    May be required to assist in cytology specimen collection and sendout.

    Work Contact Group (Internal/External)

    Laboratory Administration, pathologists, nursing staff, hospital administration, other hospital support staff.

    Reporting Relationships

    Reports to (position):

    Direct: Histology Supervisor

    Indirect: Pathologists

    Supervises (position(s):

    None

    Qualifications

    Minimum Education:

    Required:

    High School Diploma or Equivalent

    Preferred:

    Certificate in Histo Technology from an accredited school


    Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):

    Required:

    3 years hospital Histology Technician experience if High School Diploma or Equivalent.  Prior work experience not required for Certificate as a HT from an accredited school.

    Must be ASCP eligible

    Preferred:

    At least one year as a Histology Technician in a hospital setting and completion of histology technician school


    License, Registry or Certification:

    Required:

    ASCP Histo-Technology (HT) certification within 1 year of hire

    Preferred:

    Current ASCP Histo-Technology (HT) certification


    Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

    Required:

    Basic Microsoft Office, Google, and LIS computer skills. Personnel skills.

    Preferred:

    None

  • 8 Days Ago

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Histology Technologist
  • RWJBarnabas Health
  • Somerville, NJ PER_DIEM
  • RWJ Somerset is looking for a Histology TechRESPONSIBILITIES:Primary responsibilities will consist of embedding and microtomy,Additional responsibilities may include performing special stains, maintai...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Technician
  • Paul Miller Volkswagen
  • Bernardsville, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Job title Service Technician Reports to Service Manager Job purpose A Service Technician is responsible for the actual service and/or repair of vehicles assigned to him by service management (Service ...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Technician
  • Pep Boys
  • Bridgewater, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Position SummaryA Technician must professionally inspect, diagnose and repair tire and automotive services, while delivering an excellent customer experience. They must explain technical diagnoses and...
  • 15 Days Ago

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TECHNICIAN
  • Midas SHINDE
  • RANDOLPH, NJ OTHER
  • We are dedicated to providing quality services to customer vehicles in the areas of inspection, diagnosis and repair We are looking for automotive technicians/mechanics that are able to work independe...
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Technician
  • Maplecrest Ford
  • Mendham, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Are you looking for a hands-on job where you can put your mechanical skills to good use? As a full-time Technician at the Maplecrest Service Center in Mendham, NJ, you'll have the exciting opportunity...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Histology Technician
  • RWJ Barnabas
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • RWJ New Brunswick is looking for a Histology Technician RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepares tissue specimens so they may be revie...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Histology Tech Pathology Unit
  • Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center
  • Montclair, NJ
  • Overview We are looking for a dynamic and passionate Histotechnologist (Histotech/Histology Technician) to join the Moun...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Histology Technician
  • CarePoint Health
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • About Us: CarePoint Health is one of New Jerseys leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Histology Technician (Overnight)
  • Actalent
  • Edison, NJ
  • Description: RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare tissue samples for processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and mounting. Ope...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Onsite Associate Scientist(Histotechnician) $2000 Sign on Bonus
  • Avantor
  • Carversville, PA
  • The Opportunity: In this role, you will report to Supervisor I, On-Site Services and will work closely with the Avantor'...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Onsite Associate Scientist(Histotechnician) $2000 Sign on Bonus
  • Avantor
  • Mechanicsville, PA
  • The Opportunity: In this role, you will report to Supervisor I, On-Site Services and will work closely with the Avantor'...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Onsite Associate Scientist(Histotechnician) $2000 Sign on Bonus
  • Avantor
  • Pipersville, PA
  • The Opportunity: In this role, you will report to Supervisor I, On-Site Services and will work closely with the Avantor'...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Onsite Associate Scientist(Histotechnician) $2000 Sign on Bonus
  • Avantor
  • Warminster, PA
  • The Opportunity: In this role, you will report to Supervisor I, On-Site Services and will work closely with the Avantor'...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Somerset is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) located within Franklin Township, in Somerset County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the CDP's population was 22,083. Somerset housed one of the first Marconi Wireless Stations in the United States. According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP had a total area of 6.444 square miles (16.692 km2), including 6.327 square miles (16.388 km2) of land and 0.117 square miles (0.304 km2) of water (1.82%)....
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Histology Technician jobs
$61,789 to $75,806
Somerset, New Jersey area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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