Histotechnician- Grosser

Labcorp • San Diego, CA

16d • $38 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Histotechnician - Grosser 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 San Diego, CA alongside a highly trained staff with the latest technology. Our services are performed with the utmost care, expertise, integrity and respect for the patient. Our laboratory in San Diego focuses on a variety of specimens, including dermatology, GI, GYN, colon, gall bladder, and more.
The schedule for this position will be: 3rd shift, Monday - Friday 11:00pm- 7:30am.
Address:: 13112 Evening Creek Dr. San Diego CA 92128

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
• Minimum 1 year histology grossing experience is required
• Ability to accurately read all labels and documents
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen

Nice To Haves

• ASCP Histology certification or other relevant Histology certifications preferred
• Familiarity with routine histology procedures and equipment

Responsibilities

• Gross and 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
• 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 when needed

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 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees