Histotechnologist - PRN

Labcorp•Nashville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

LabCorp is seeking a Histotechnologist to join our team at Ascension St. Thomas Midtown hospital in Nashville, TN. This is a Per Diem/PRN position, meaning hours will be “as needed” and the start and end times will vary. The role requires availability to cover nights and/or evenings. The Histotechnologist will be responsible for processing human tissue and body fluid specimens in preparation for microscopic examination, performing technical duties related to the production of histopathological slides of surgical specimens, and sectioning embedded tissue using a microtome. They will also perform various immunohistochemical tests, process sections through routine and special staining procedures, and properly orient and embed surgical tissue specimens. Additionally, the role involves 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. Adherence to laboratory quality control policies, specimen handling procedures, and safety protocols is essential. The Histotechnologist must document any problems affecting test performance and implement corrective actions as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
10 or more years of experience working as a histechnician/histotechnologist
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

Nice To Haves

Histology and/or ASCP certifications
2 or more years of Immunohistochemistry experience
2 or more years of experience working in a high volume laboratory environment
In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirement

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