Histotechnician

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Histology OR Associate's degree in a Chemical or Biological science with 1 or more years of experience in a clinical lab (within the past 5 years) or completion of a Histology certification program (min 9 months)
• Preferred Qualification:
• Current or prior LabCorp experience
• Histology and/or ASCP certifications
• Additional Job Standards
• Familiarity with routine histology procedures and equipment
• Immunohistochemistry experience
• Comfortability embedding both large and small specimens
• Ability to accurately read all labels and documents
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
• Experience working in a high-volume laboratory environment
• Familiarity with laboratory SOPs and safety protocols
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
• At LabCorp we have a passion in helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then LabCorp could be a great next career step!
• Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
• We encourage all to apply

Additional Information

LabCorp is seeking a Histotechnician to join our team in Houston,TX. Work Schedule: 2nd Shift PRN Job Responsibilities Process human tissue and body fluid specimens in preparation for microscopic exam Perform technical duties related to the production of histopathological slides of surgical specimens Section the embedded tissue, using a microtome and mount the section properly on a microscope slide Perform various immunohistochemical tests on formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue sections Process mounted sections through routine and special staining procedures Properly orient and embed surgical tissue specimens Prepare the stains and reagents needed for special procedures Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care Operate and maintain manual and automated instruments Perform and document equipment maintenance as needed Record equipment log data in an accurate and timely manner Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, analysis and reporting Document problems that may affect test performance and perform corrective actions as needed

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