Histotechnician

LCH Lab. Corp. of America Holdings; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

LCH Lab. Corp. of America Holdings is looking for a Histology Professional in Waco, TX. This position involves processing human tissue specimens and performing various immunohistochemical tests. Candidates should possess an Associate’s degree in a related field and have at least 3 months of experience in histology and high volume labs.

The work schedule includes shifts from Monday to Friday, with rotating weekends. The role offers comprehensive benefits including medical and dental coverage, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3 months of Immunohistochemistry experience required.
• Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment.
• 3 months of experience in histology.

Responsibilities

• Process human tissue and body fluid specimens.
• Perform technical duties in histopathological slides production.
• Section embedded tissue and mount on microscope slide.
• Conduct immunohistochemical tests on tissue sections.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments.

Skills

Immunohistochemistry experience

Working in high volume laboratory

Histology experience

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science

Job description

LabCorp is seeking a Histology Professional to join our team at Ascension Providence in Waco, TX.

Work Schedule: Shift 1, 5x8 hours, Monday - Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm; Rotating weekends.

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 a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology.
• 3 months or more of Immunohistochemistry experience.
• 3 months or more experience working in a high volume laboratory environment.
• 3 months or more of experience in histology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Histology and/or ASCP certifications.
• 1 year or more of Immunohistochemistry experience.
• 1 year or more experience working in a high volume laboratory environment.
• 1 year or more of experience in histology.

Additional Job Standards

• In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirement.
• Familiarity with routine histology procedures and equipment.
• Comfortability embedding both large and small specimens.
• Ability to accurately read all labels and documents.
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with laboratory SOPs and safety protocols.
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.