Histology Team Lead

Labcorp•Tukwila, WA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

PAML a Labcorp company is seeking a Histology Team Lead to join our team in Tukwila, WA. This role involves performing IHC and special stains, processing human tissue and body fluid specimens, and preparing histopathological slides for microscopic examination. The Histology Team Lead will also be responsible for sectioning embedded tissue, performing various immunohistochemical tests, and processing sections through routine and special staining procedures. Additionally, the role includes embedding surgical tissue specimens, preparing stains and reagents, reporting test results, operating and maintaining instruments, and documenting maintenance and quality control procedures. Adherence to laboratory quality control policies, specimen handling procedures, and safety protocols is essential. The position requires reporting and correcting any issues that may affect test performance.

Requirements

Associate’s of Science degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
2 or more years Histology Experience
Ability to accurately read all labels and documents
Familiarity with laboratory information systems
Familiarity with laboratory SOPs and safety protocols
High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask
Flexibility to work overtime as needed
Exceptional customer service
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
Comfortable working under minimal supervision
Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

Nice To Haves

Histology and ASCP certifications
6 months or more Immunohistochemistry experience
In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirements
Familiarity with routine histology procedures and equipment
Comfortable embedding both large and small specimens

Responsibilities

Perform IHC and special stains within Histology department
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 needed