Histotechnologist
Company: Labcorp
Location: Miami
Posted on: October 2, 2024
Job Description:
$15,000 Sign-On Bonus for External Candidates Only! We are
seeking Histology Professionals to join the LabCorp team where we
are dedicated to providing the highest quality medical laboratory
services. Come work in our Pathology laboratory located in Miami,
FL alongside a highly trained staff with the latest technology. Our
services are performed with the utmost care, expertise, integrity
and respect for the patient.Work Schedule: 3rd Shift, Monday-
Friday 10:00pm-6:30amBenefits: 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 and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part
Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are
eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed
information, please click here. Job 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 neededRequirements
- 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 are preferred
- Florida Histotechnologist license required
- Previous experience in histology is preferred but not
required
- Familiarity with routine histology procedures and
equipment
- Immunohistochemistry experience is a plus
- Comfortability embedding both large and small specimens
- Ability to accurately read all labels and documents
- Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
- Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment is
desirable
- Familiarity with laboratory SOPs and safety protocols
- Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen If
you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth,
continual development, professional challenge and the chance to
make a real difference, apply today!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
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Keywords: Labcorp, Kendall West , Histotechnologist, Other , Miami, Florida
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