Histotechnician

Labcorp•Austin, TX

32d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Histology Professional to join our team at Ascension Seton Medical Center in Austin, TX. This role involves processing human tissue and body fluid specimens in preparation for microscopic examination, performing technical duties related to the production of histopathological slides, and sectioning embedded tissue using a microtome. The professional will also perform immunohistochemical tests, process sections through staining procedures, orient and embed surgical tissue specimens, and prepare stains and reagents. Accurate and timely reporting of test results is crucial for quality patient care. The role includes operating and maintaining manual and automated instruments, performing and documenting equipment maintenance, recording equipment log data, and performing and documenting preventive maintenance and quality control procedures. Adherence to the laboratory's quality control policies, specimen handling procedures, and documentation of problems and corrective actions are also key responsibilities.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
1 or more years of experience as a Histotechnician

Nice To Haves

Histology and/or ASCP certifications
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

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