Histotechnician

Labcorp•Portland, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Histotechnician to join their team in Portland, OR. This role involves processing human tissue and body fluid specimens in preparation for microscopic examination. Key responsibilities include performing technical duties related to the production of histopathological slides of surgical specimens, sectioning embedded tissue using a microtome, and mounting sections on microscope slides. The Histotechnician will also perform various immunohistochemical tests on formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissue sections, process mounted sections through routine and special staining procedures, and properly orient and embed surgical tissue specimens. Additional duties include preparing stains and reagents, reporting accurate and timely test results, operating and maintaining manual and automated instruments, and performing and documenting equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance, and quality control procedures. The role requires adherence to laboratory quality control policies and procedures for specimen handling, processing, analysis, and reporting, as well as documenting and correcting problems affecting test performance. Labcorp is a leading global life sciences company with nearly 70,000 employees, serving clients in over 100 countries, dedicated to providing vital information to help improve health and lives.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology

Nice To Haves

Histology and/or ASCP certification
1 year or more Immunohistochemistry experience
Previous experience in histology
Familiarity with routine histology procedures and equipment
Immunohistochemistry experience
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
Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

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 needed