Jobs · Healthcare · Colorado

Grossing Histotechnologist Trainee

Labcorp · Lakewood, CO · 2 mo ago
Healthcare$20.5–$24/hrFull-time

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through unparalleled science, data, technology, and a laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation, and address critical health challenges. This role offers the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact on people’s health worldwide.

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 sections properly on microscope slides.
  • 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 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.
  • Follow procedures for specimen handling, processing, analysis, and reporting.
  • Document problems affecting test performance and perform corrective actions as needed.

Requirements

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

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current or prior Labcorp experience.
  • Histology and/or ASCP certifications.

Skills

  • Proficient with computers and familiar with laboratory information systems.
  • Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
  • High level of attention to detail, strong communication, and organizational skills.
  • Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.
  • Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM

Pay

$20.50 - $24.00 per hour plus shift differential. All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills, prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, internal equity, and market data.

Benefits

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • Life, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO).
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are eligible only for the 401(k) Plan. Employees on a 7-on/7-off schedule receive all benefits except PTO or FTO.

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