Histology Technician: Precision Tissue Prep & IHC

Labcorp; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO) / Flexible TimeOff

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp in Houston is seeking a histology technician to process tissue samples and prepare slides for microscopic review. You will perform immunohistochemical tests and a range of staining procedures, ensuring accurate results and adherence to QC policies.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in Histology or equivalent with 1+ year experience; ASCP certification is preferred, and prior Labcorp experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Histology or a High School diploma or equivalent with 1 or more years of histology experience.
• ASCP certification and/or Labcorp experience preferred.
• Immunohistochemistry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process human tissue and body fluid specimens for microscopic exam.
• Perform technical duties for histopathological slide production.
• Section embedded tissue with a microtome and mount on slides.
• Perform immunohistochemical tests on FFPE tissue sections.
• Process sections through routine and special staining procedures.
• Orient and embed surgical tissue specimens.
• Prepare stains and reagents for procedures.
• Report accurate results to support patient care.
• Operate and maintain manual and automated instruments.
• Document maintenance and quality control activities.
• Record equipment logs and perform preventive maintenance.
• Adhere to QC policies and SOPs.
• Ensure proper specimen handling and processing.

Skills

Histology

Immunohistochemistry

Quality control

Education

Associate’s degree in Histology

ASCP certification (preferred)

Tools

None

Job description

Labcorp in Houston is seeking a histology technician to process tissue samples and prepare slides for microscopic review. You will perform immunohistochemical tests and a range of staining procedures, ensuring accurate results and adherence to QC policies.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in Histology or equivalent with 1+ year experience; ASCP certification is preferred, and prior Labcorp experience is a plus.