Histotechnician

PAM Pathology Associates Medical Laboratories LLC; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

STD/LTD

401(k)

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Histotechnician in Richland, WA, with a Sunday-Thursday 10:00 pm to 6:30 am shift. Responsibilities include processing tissue samples, sectioning with a microtome, and performing immunohistochemistry on FFPE specimens.

Overtime and rotating weekends may be required. Minimum qualifications include an Associate’s degree in a chemical/biological science or medical technology; 3+ months of histology and IHC experience is preferred; ASCP certification or a bachelor’s degree is a

Qualifications

• Associate degree as required for the histology technologist role.
• 3 months or more Histology experience preferred.
• 3 months or more Immunohistochemistry experience preferred.
• Histology and/or ASCP certifications preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process human tissue and body fluid specimens for microscopic examination.
• Prepare stains and reagents for procedures and run stains.
• Section embedded tissue with a microtome and mount slides.
• Perform immunohistochemical tests on tissue sections.
• Operate and maintain histology instruments and document maintenance.
• Follow QC procedures and document test results and issues.
• Ensure accurate reporting to support patient care.

Skills

Histology

Immunohistochemistry

Color vision test

Laboratory information systems

Education

Associate’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science or Medical Technology

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

ASCP certification

Job description

Overview

Labcorp is a global leader in diagnostic testing and drug development solutions, seeking a Histotechnician to join the team in Richland, WA. Work schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 10:00 pm to 6:30 am; overtime and rotating weekends may be required.

Responsibilities

• Process human tissue and body fluid specimens in preparation for microscopic examination.
• Perform technical duties related to the production of histopathological slides of surgical specimens.
• Section 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 to deliver quality patient care.
• Operate and maintain manual and automated instruments.
• Perform and document equipment maintenance as needed; record equipment log data accurately and timely.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and follow procedures for specimen handling, processing, analysis and reporting.
• Document problems affecting test performance and perform corrective actions as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 months or more of Histology experience.
• 3 months or more of Immunohistochemistry experience.
• Histology and/or ASCP certifications.
• Bachelor’s Degree.

Additional Job Standards

• Comfortable embedding both large and small specimens.
• Understanding of laboratory operations, policies and procedures.
• Experience working in a high-volume laboratory environment.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Proficient with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems.
• High attention to detail 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 as needed.

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

Pay range: $24.00 - $32.00 per hour plus shift differentials. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), PTO or Flexible Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan for eligible employees. Labcorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment decisions are based on business needs and individual qualifications. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We value accessibility and provide accommodations upon request. For more information, please view our Privacy Statement and accessibility resources on our site.