Histotechnologist
Company: Labcorp
Location: Detroit
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
We are seeking Histology Professionals to join the LabCorp team
where we are dedicated to providing the highest quality medical
laboratory services. Come work in our Pathology laboratory located
at St. John's Hospital in Detroit, MI alongside a highly trained
staff with the latest technology. Our services are performed with
the utmost care, expertise, integrity and respect for the patient.
Work Schedule: 2nd shift, Monday - Friday, 1pm - 9:30pm with
Saturday rotation. Flexible schedule available.Benefits: All job
offers will be based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant
experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal
equity and market data. Regular, full-time or part-time employees
working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive
benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K),
ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Commissions,
and Company bonus where applicable. For more detailed information,
please click here . 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 Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical
Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory
(CLIA & State) requirements
- Histology and/or ASCP certifications are preferred
- Previous experience in histology is preferred but not
required
- Familiarity with routine histology procedures and
equipment
- Immunohistochemistry experience is a plus
- 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 is
desirable
- Familiarity with laboratory SOPs and safety protocols
- Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen If
you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth,
continual development, professional challenge and the chance to
make a real difference, apply today! Labcorp is proud to be an
Equal Opportunity Employer: As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives
for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate
harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment
decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications
of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race,
religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or
other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status,
marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal
appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information,
or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to
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Keywords: Labcorp, Detroit , Histotechnologist, Other , Detroit, Michigan
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