Histotechnologist at Labcorp Phoenix, AZ

null; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

STD/LTD

401(k)

PTO/FTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Histotechnologist to process tissue samples and prepare slides for microscopic examination. The role involves manual and automated tasks, immunohistochemical testing, and maintaining equipment and quality control to deliver accurate results.

The position offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus for external hires, a Tuesday–Saturday shift from 2:00pm to 10:30pm, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO/FTO, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Biological science or equivalent meeting regulatory requirements.
• Histology experience and/or ASCP certification preferred.
• Experience in histology is desirable but not required.
• Familiarity with routine histology procedures and equipment.
• Immunohistochemistry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process human tissue and body fluid specimens in preparation for microscopic exam.
• Perform duties related to production of histopathological slides.
• Section tissue with a microtome and mount sections on slides.
• Perform immunohistochemical tests on tissue sections.
• Process slides through staining procedures.
• Orient and embed surgical tissue specimens.
• Prepare stains and reagents for procedures.
• Report accurate test results to support patient care.
• Operate and maintain manual and automated instruments.
• Document equipment maintenance and log data.

Skills

Histology knowledge

Attention to detail

High volume lab experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological/Chemical science

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Job description

Histotechnologist

Labcorp is seeking a Histotechnologist in Phoenix, AZ. The position offers a sign‑on bonus of $2,000 for external hires.

Benefits

Employees 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
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Casual, PRN, and Part‑Time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week are eligible to participate only in the 401(k) Plan.

Work Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday, 2:00pm – 10:30pm.

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

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
• Histology and/or ASCP certifications preferred
• Previous experience in histology preferred but not required
• Familiarity with routine histology procedures and equipment
• Immunohistochemistry experience a plus
• Comfortability embedding both large and small specimens
• Ability to accurately read all labels and documents
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment desirable
• Familiarity with laboratory SOPs and safety protocols
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen

Equal Opportunity Employer

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion 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 of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), 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.