Histology Technologist — Tissue & Slide Expert

Labcorp; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Histology Technician to process tissue specimens and prepare slides for microscopic examination. You will perform immunohistochemical tests, prepare stains, and ensure accurate reporting to support quality patient care.

The ideal candidate holds a histology-related bachelor’s degree with histology experience and may have ASCP certifications. Experience with high-volume labs and LIS familiarity is preferred, with potential overtime depending on needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Histology or a related science with histology experience.
• Non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits may meet education requirements.

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

Skills

Histology

Immunohistochemistry

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Histology

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological science

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Labcorp is seeking a Histology Technician to process tissue specimens and prepare slides for microscopic examination. You will perform immunohistochemical tests, prepare stains, and ensure accurate reporting to support quality patient care.

The ideal candidate holds a histology-related bachelor’s degree with histology experience and may have ASCP certifications. Experience with high-volume labs and LIS familiarity is preferred, with potential overtime depending on needs.