HISTOLOGY ASSISTANT

Job Title: Histology Assistant

Location: Toms River, NJ

Req#: 0000104054

Status: Full Time

Shift: Day

Department name: Lab CMC

Job Overview: Assist pathologist during the gross processing of surgical specimens. Using frozen section technique prepare slides for the pathologist to view for rapid diagnosis. Enters patient and specimen information into Pathology and Hospital Information Systems. Assist technologists in the embedding, coverslipping and labeling of surgical and autopsy tissue slides.

Qualifications:

Required:

* High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Preferred:

* Classes in biology and related sciences preferred

Scheduling Requirements:

* Full Time
* Day Shift

Essential Functions:

* Assists the Pathologist during the gross processing of surgical specimens.
* Using frozen section technique prepare slides for the pathologist to view for rapid diagnosis.
* Enters patient and specimen information into Pathology and Hospital Information Systems.
* Assist histology technologists in the embedding, cover slipping and labeling of surgical and autopsy tissue slides

Benefits and Perks:

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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