Lead Histotechnician

Labcorp • Portland, OR

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About The Position

We are seeking a lead Histotechnician to join the LabCorp team where we are dedicated to providing the highest quality medical laboratory services. Come work in our Pathology laboratory at Portland Oregon alongside a highly trained staff with the latest technology. Our services are performed with the utmost care, expertise, integrity and respect for the patient.

Requirements

• Preferred BA/BS degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, or related science.
• 3 years of experience in a clinical laboratory testing.
• Prior affiliation with OFNHP preferred.
• ASCP certification is required.
• Familiarity with Laboratory information systems.
• Ability to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.
• Knowledge of CLIA, JCAHO, CAP and state regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follows the laboratory's procedure for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, entering results, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results and assist with processing of specimens when needed.
• Performs proficiency testing and documentation for all tests performed in accordance with CLIA, state and accreditation standards.
• Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies; documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
• Follows the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Acts as subject matter expert in areas of testing and support problem investigation and resolution as needed.
• Coordinates work of other departmental staff as required and assists supervisor/ manager in performing various assigned responsibilities completely and accurately and within established timeframes.
• Assists Supervisor in the performance of the following duties: training staff, scheduling staff for work, reviewing completed work to ensure accuracy and compliance, troubleshooting problems as they arise, making work-flow recommendations to supervisor.
• Clearly communicates all concerns/ issues related to assigned area to Supervisor/ assigned to staff and accurately completed within established time frames.
• Meets company attendance policy.
• Cooperates fully and completely with all efforts to implement and enforce LabCorp's Corporate Integrity Program.
• Exhibits awareness of, and adheres to, LabCorp's compliance policies, which apply specifically to his/ her assigned duties.
• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls.
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree