CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey is a leading non - profit healthcare delivery system in New Jersey. The System includes CentraState Medical Center a community-based hospital, an ambulatory campus, three senior living facilities and three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the 3rd largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState Healthcare System continues to live up to its reputation of being a truly great place to work ... more details
Pathology Support Technician II
Posted Date24 hours ago(6/7/2024 9:15 AM)
ID
2024-14989
Position Type
Regular Full-Time
Location
CentraState Medical Center
Shift
Day
Work Schedule
8A-4P
Overview
CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey is a leading non – profit healthcare delivery system in New Jersey. The System includes CentraState Medical Center a community-based hospital, an ambulatory campus, three senior living facilities and three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the 3rd largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState Healthcare System continues to live up to its reputation of being a truly great place to work recently designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company.
The Pathology Support Technician is responsible for processing and preparing frozen section slides for rapid diagnosis. This is position receives and accessions pathology samples and infonnation accurately, perfo data entry as well as techincal assessment of specimen integrity.
Exccllent analytical and communication skills are required to direct or provide infum,ation to clients, clinicians , or hospital divisions which will direc tly impact patie nt care. Maintains equipment and supplies as needed. Responsible for receipt, distribution, and return of patient pathology slides within the CSHS system. Position requires participation in regior?? float pool (as needed). Provide s service to Clients, Patient s, and Hospital Divi sions. Answers phones, rcpons results, and assists client s; Registers and Accessions Surgical and Cytology specimen s for diagnosis, maintains specimen TAT and Integrity. Sections tissue samples and stains slides for frozen sectio n his tolo gical diagnosis. Assi sts with laboratory support func tions
Responsibilities
Prepares tissues for examination by pathologist. Fixes, embeds, cuts, stains and mounts tissue sections from surgical diagnostic cases and from autopsies
Prepares cytology specimens for examination using the correct "cyto prep" method Operates Thin Prep Machine
Stains slides for Pathology review
Prepares frozen section specimens, with slides available to pathologist within 15 minutes of receipt
Participates in section quality control testing, documentation and corrective action
Maintains Histology equipment
Completes assigned responsibilities in section prior to end of shift
Fulfills requirements of Clinical Ladder I/II
Accurately accessions, collects, and labels specimens into lab computer
Troubleshoots any related errors and does corrective action
Prepares specimens for "Send Out" testing to include filling out requisitions, obtaininginsurance information, cutting of slides, "tracking of specimens" and documentation
Qualifications
Associate Degree in Applied Science (A.A.S.) required
Previous experience as a histology technician preferred
ASCP registration preferred
Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team
About Us
CentraState Healthcare System, a partner of Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system that provides comprehensive health services in the central New Jersey region. In addition to offering a full range of leading-edge diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState serves as a valuable health partner focused on the latest ways to prevent disease, promote healthy behaviors, and help people of all ages live life well. Based in Freehold, CentraState is comprised of a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a vibrant health and wellness campus, three award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions offering primary care and specialty physician practices, along with access to outpatient services, such as lab and physical therapy. The system also offers a family medicine residency and geriatric fellowship training program in affiliation with Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Among its many honors and accreditations, CentraState is one of less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence four times and was designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for the second consecutive year.
When you bring your talent to CentraState, you are joining a trailblazing healthcare facility, committed to providing high-quality, patient-focused care. Join us in making incredible strides in health care, and making a difference in our community. We believe in enriching the lives of our employees through work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities and much more.
Find out why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!
What We Offer:
Highly competitive compensation
Excellent benefits package and rewards program
403(b) retirement plan with company match
401(a) retirement plan with employer contribution
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Profit Sharing Program
Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
Continuing Education / Onsite Training
A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
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