Pathology Assistant jobs in Passaic, NJ

Overview

We are looking for a dynamic and passionate Histotechnologist (Histotech/Histology Technician) to join the Mountainside Team as a PRN employee!

Who We Are

Patient focused, community oriented, conveniently located and equipped with technology that rivals the nation’s most prestigious healthcare systems, Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Medical Center offers a comprehensive and growing array of services delivered by caring and highly skilled medical professionals. We’re proud of the therapeutic and administrative upgrades we have made. Mountainside Medical Center has been serving Montclair and its surrounding New Jersey communities since 1891. The physicians, nurses and volunteers who are a part of the Mountainside family are your friends and neighbors. We're your community, your hospital and team, working hard for you.

Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Medical Center is proud to continue to provide world-class health care services in a community setting. Our 365 bed medical center has successfully transitioned from a stand-alone facility to being part of Hackensack Meridian Health, the most comprehensive and truly integrated network in New Jersey.  Mountainside is a joint venture between Hackensack Meridian Health and Ardent Health Services, one of the country’s leading private hospital management companies.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

The Histotechnologist will be responsible for performing embedding, cutting and staining of tissues and pathology specimens received. Daily activities include proper organization of files, blocks, tissue samples, and quality control of testing procedures.     

The successful candidate will be able to:

• Prepare microscopic slides on tissue for diagnostic purposes; includes fixation, dehydration, infiltration, embedding, microtomy, and mounting to include both paraffin processed tissue and frozen sectioning
• Perform histochemical and immunohistochemical stains on a variety of tissues to assist in diagnosis
• Process specimen accessioning to include all manual and computerized data entry
• Prepare and maintains all necessary reagents, including stains, alcohols, and paraffins according to proper specifications
• Maintain laboratory, equipment, and accurate records of quality assurance control; assists with teaching and implementation of new procedures
• Perform disposal of hazardous substances (i.e. formalin and tissue)
• Monitor Morgue Refrigeration alarm
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with Company match
• Company paid basic life insurance and long term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off, including an additional extended illness bank
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Advancement and career development opportunities

Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• Associate’s Degree in applied sciences; Bachelor’s preferred
• At least 1-2 years’ experience as a Histotechnician
• Current and active American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification HT (Histotechnician) certification required; HTL (Histotechnologist) certification preferred
• Problem solving and reasoning skills
• Strong computer skills
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, management and peers
• Able to work independently