Histotechnician

$62,400 - $93,600/Yr

Labcorp - Plainview, NY

posted 15 days ago

Part-time
Plainview, NY
Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

We are seeking Histology Professionals to join the LabCorp team, dedicated to providing high-quality medical laboratory services. This role involves working in our Pathology laboratory in Plainview, NY, where you will collaborate with a highly trained staff and utilize the latest technology to ensure patient care is delivered with expertise and integrity.

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 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

Requirements

  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a Life Science and/or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
  • Histology and/or ASCP certifications are preferred
  • A New York State Medical Technologist (MT) license is 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 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

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life
  • STD/LTD
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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