Anatomic PathologyTechnologist

Job Title: Anatomic PathologyTechnologist

Location: Community Medical Center

Department Name: Lab CMC

Req #: 0000234648

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $34.70-$45.00 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.

Shift: Monday Friday 9 AM 5:30 PM

Location: Community Medical Center Toms River, NJ

Reports to: Anatomic Pathology Manager

Summary/Objective:

The pathology Technician provides Anatomic Pathology services under the direction and close supervision of a Board Certified, licensed Pathologist and a Board-Certified Pathology Assistant,

The Pathology Technician is responsible for grossing/dissecting cases including gallbladder, appendix, tonsils, knee and hip replacements, sinus, cysts, biopsies and any other specimen the Pathologists determines they are qualified and trained to dissect,

Pathology Technicians will interact with the Pathologists in the same manner that Pathology Physician s assistants carry out their duties under the Pathology Department Medical Director,

The Pathology Technicians serves as the eyes of the Pathologist and is often the initial individual to look at the specimen when it arrives from the operating room, clinic and/or physician s office,

Pathology Technician s contribute to the overall efficiency of the laboratory and pathology practice in a cost-effective manner by performing a variety of tasks: consisting primarily of gross examination of surgical pathology specimens but also includes using their skills as a Certified Histotechnologist,

Essential Functions

• Preparation, gross description, dictation and dissection of human tissue,
• Select representative sections for embedding, staining and microscopic evaluation,
• Ensures appropriate specimen accessioning,
• Photograph pertinent gross specimens as needed,
• Assist with Frozen Section tissue selection and preparation
• Review the patient's medical chart and other pertinent data in the computer system, if needed for grossing, to discuss with the attending pathologist,
• Confer with the attending pathologist to identify any special techniques or procedures to be utilized,
• Review and perform any required QA/QC
• Ensure the proper maintenance of equipment,
• Provision of adequate supplies,
• Cleaning of grossing stations,
• Disposal of biological and administrative waste,
• Solve any discrepancies or other issues that may arise,
• If time allows: assist and perform any Histological functions such as, but not limited to: embedding, cutting and performing IHC and Special Stains,

Job Requirements and Skills

• Associates of Science degree in Biological Sciences or related field
• ASCP Certified HT with a minimum of 5 years experience
• Must meet CAP and CLIA 88 high complexity testing requirements,
• Basic knowledge of human anatomy, macro surgical techniques, and general laboratory skills preferred
• Demonstrated ability to obtain and prepare tissue for evaluation and to provide assistance to pathologists in a timely and quality manner,
• Proficiency in preparing and maintaining records and in use of electronic communications tools and software,
• Knowledge/ability to become knowledgeable in voice recognition software, internet and multiple interfaced systems, various laboratory information systems and MS Word or equivalent applications,
• High degree of technical competence and knowledge of histological techniques,
• Experience that demonstrates strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse backgrounds which also includes experience working with students, staff, and faculty, with a higher or lower education level
• Ability to interpret complex rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to organize workload
• Must possess a professional demeanor and have experience that demonstrates problem solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, a fast learner and possesnt to coordinate and meet multiple deadlines
• Familiarity with HIPAA and security compliance requirements
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a high stress environment
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of general laboratory protocols and techniques
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Experienced Histology skills including but not limited to: embedding, cutting and performing IHC and Special Stains
• The ideal candidate will be willing to take on new challenges, have a proven record for producing results, be willing to learn and grow with the hospital,

Work Environment

This position operates in a laboratory environment and involves frequent standing and exposure to hazardous chemicals and biohazardous materials,

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job,

While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear,

The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms,

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds,

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus,

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job,

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice,