Histotechnologist II - Tissue Prep & IHC Specialist

CLS Labcorp Central Laboratory Services Limited Partnership; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 112,839,000; Full time

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Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Histotechnologist II to join our Torrance, CA team. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 2pm-10:30pm. You will process tissue and body fluids, prepare slides, and perform IHC tests to support patient care.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant science, two years histology experience, and HT/ASCP licensure. Preferred immunohistochemistry experience and ability to work in a high-volume lab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or a non-traditional Bachelor’s degree that meets local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
• Two years of clinical histology laboratory testing experience
• HTL or HT ASCP licensing

Responsibilities

• Process human tissue and body fluid specimens in preparation for microscopic exam
• Section the embedded tissue, using a microtome and mount the section properly on a microscope slide
• Perform immunohistochemical tests on formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue sections
• Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care
• Operate and maintain manual and automated instruments
• 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

Education

Bachelor's degree in CLIA-regulated sciences

Job description

Labcorp is seeking a Histotechnologist II to join our Torrance, CA team. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 2pm-10:30pm. You will process tissue and body fluids, prepare slides, and perform IHC tests to support patient care.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant science, two years histology experience, and HT/ASCP licensure. Preferred immunohistochemistry experience and ability to work in a high-volume lab.