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Virtua West Jersey Health Sys

Lab Prep Assistant Full-time Days / Voorhees

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What they do

A Cytogenetic Technologist or Cytotechnologist works in a medical laboratory and uses microscopes to examine cells for signs of abnormalities that could indicate cancerous growth.

$76,053 / year median in New Jersey

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.
Location:
Voorhees - 100
Bowman Drive Remote Type:
On-Site Employment Type:
Employee Employment Classification:
Regular Time Type:
Full time
Work Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)
Total Weekly Hours:
40
Additional Locations:
Job Information:
Work Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm. Provide clerical and preparatory support in the Histology/Cytology departments.
Summary:
Will perform a variety of clerical and semi/non-technical duties using appropriate judgment to prioritize tasks. Demonstrates effective and appropriate communication and interaction skills.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Receive and correctly match specimens with requisition from multiple locations.
  • Perform computer functions including registration and accessioning accurately while ensuring patient confidentiality.
  • Specimen handling including but not limited to correct numbering of containers and slides, preparation of cassettes and recognition of orders.
  • Where applicable, can process a variety of cytology specimens. This will include staining.
  • Maintain departmental logs and statistics.
  • Assist with frozen sections and bone marrow specimens including staining.
  • Process send out specimens and other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications Required /
Experience Required:
Computer skills.
Required Education:
High school diploma or equivalency. Will perform a variety of clerical and semi/non-technical duties using appropriate judgment to prioritize tasks. Demonstrates effective and appropriate communication and interaction skills.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Receive and correctly match specimens with requisition from multiple locations.
  • Perform computer functions including registration and accessioning accurately while ensuring patient confidentiality.
  • Specimen handling including but not limited to correct numbering of containers and slides, preparation of cassettes and recognition of orders.
  • Where applicable, can process a variety of cytology specimens. This will include staining.
  • Maintain departmental logs and statistics.
  • Assist with frozen sections and bone marrow specimens including staining.
  • Process send out specimens and other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications Required /
Experience Required:
Computer skills.
Required Education:
High school diploma or equivalency.
Hourly Rate:
$18.69 - $26.01 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. For more benefits information click here. Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well That's our mission. We're dedicated to offering the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities. Our doctors, clinical practitioners, and administrative staff are a respectful, caring team of professionals committed to providing world-class quality healthcare. We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.