Lead Histotechnologist

Labcorp•Milwaukee, WI

30d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you an experienced clinical laboratory professional looking for leadership opportunity? Are you detail oriented, process focused, and enjoy leading others? Are you looking for an industry leading company that offers growth and stability? Labcorp is seeking a Histology Team Leader to join our team at Ascension St. Mary's in Milwaukee, WI . In this position, you will work in a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part of our overall mission at Labcorp: "Improving Health, Improving Lives". Work Schedule: Monday Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm. Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here . Job Responsibilities Assist the supervisor with the day to day operations of the Histology department Send daily, weekly and monthly productions reports to management Assist with the training of new hires and the development of current employees Keep supervisor informed of group progress, problems, employee performance and any significant factors affecting assigned responsibilities Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to SOPs Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls 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 Assist with processing of specimens when needed Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or a non-traditional Bachelor’s degree that meets local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
Histology and/or ASCP certifications are preferred
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Histotechnician/Histotechnologist, preferred
Prior supervisory or leadership experience is a plus
Familiarity with routine histology procedures and equipment
Immunohistochemistry experience is a plus
Comfortability embedding both large and small specimens
Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment is desirable
Familiarity with laboratory SOPs and safety protocols
Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills
Comfortability making decisions in a changing environment
Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
Flu Vaccination

Responsibilities

Assist the supervisor with the day to day operations of the Histology department
Send daily, weekly and monthly productions reports to management
Assist with the training of new hires and the development of current employees
Keep supervisor informed of group progress, problems, employee performance and any significant factors affecting assigned responsibilities
Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to SOPs
Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
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
Assist with processing of specimens when needed
Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment