Histotechnician

About the role

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world.

Schedule

Tuesday – Saturday, 6:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.; weekends as needed.

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 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 laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, analysis, and reporting
• Document problems that may affect test performance and perform corrective actions as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Histology or High School diploma (or equivalent) with 1 or more years of histology experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 months or more of histology experience
• 3 months or more of Immunohistochemistry experience
• Histology and/or ASCP certifications

Additional Requirements

• Non‑traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may satisfy education requirements
• Comfort 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 level of attention to detail with strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position
• Able to pass a standardized color‑blindness test
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts as business needs dictate

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short‑Term/Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employees regularly scheduled ≥20 hours/week are eligible for all above benefits
• Employees regularly scheduled
• Employees on a 7‑on/7‑off schedule receive all benefits except PTO/FTO