Histotechnician

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Nouvelle-Calédonie; Sur place; EUR 35 054 - 52 581; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Résumé du poste

Dormont Manufacturing Co is looking for a Histotechnician to join our lab team in France, Nouvelle-Calédonie. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in Histology or a related field and at least 1 year of experience in a clinical laboratory setting. Responsibilities include processing tissue specimens and performing technical tasks related to histopathology.

We offer comprehensive benefits such as medical coverage, 401(k) plans, and paid time off for employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Histology or relevant certification.
• 1+ years of experience in a clinical lab.
• Ability to handle both large and small specimens.

Responsabilités

• Process human tissue specimens for microscopic exam.
• Perform technical duties related to histopathological slides.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and document maintenance.

Connaissances

Histology experience

Immunohistochemistry experience

Attention to detail

Computer proficiency

Organizational skills

Formation

Associate’s degree in Histology or Biological science

Description du poste

Labcorp is seeking a Histotechnician to join our team at our lab in Durham, NC.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 3:30 pm – 12 am. Eligible for 10% shift differential.

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

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 Qualifications

• 3 months or more of histology experience
• 3 months or more of Immunohistochemistry experience
• Histology and/or ASCP certifications

Additional Job Standards

• In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirements
• Comfortability embedding both large and small specimens
• Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
• Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems
• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

Benefits

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging 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 and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), 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. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.