Histotechnician

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.

About the role

LabCorp is seeking a Histology Professional to join our team at Ascension Seton Medical Center in Austin, TX.

Schedule

• Shift 1, Saturdays, 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM
• Friday and Monday shifts may be available as needed

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 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 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 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

• Associate’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
• 3 or more years of experience as a Histotechnician with embedding and cutting experience
• In lieu of the education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may be accepted
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Histology and/or ASCP certifications

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
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible for all benefits except PTO or FTO