Training Specialist - Histology

Labcorp•Cincinnati, OH

4d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Histology Training Specialist to join our team in Cincinnati, OH. This position is responsible for assisting with the onboarding and training of new employees, providing ongoing group and individualized training, developing and implementing training resources, and serving as a procedural and compliance resource. The role also involves supporting leadership with quality and service metrics, assisting with improvement plans, maintaining training records, and performing histotechnologist duties as needed. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to customer service.

Requirements

Associates degree or higher in Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Histotechnologist/Histotechnician
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
High attention to detail and time management skills
Proven track record in providing exceptional customer service
Flexibility to travel throughout territory for training purposes
Comfortable working under minimal supervision
Basic computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Histology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or a non-traditional Associate’s degree that meets local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
Histology and/or ASCP certifications
3 months or more of immunohistochemistry experience
6 months or more of previous training or leadership experience

Responsibilities

Assist with the onboarding of new employees as well as initial training to ensure a positive new hire experience
Provide on-going group and individualized training for purposes of performance enhancement and general education
Deliver training in the areas of company and department policies and procedures, department related competencies and Lab Information Systems
Develop and implement appropriate resources and programs to accomplish training objectives
Evaluate and update existing training materials and plans
Serve as a procedural and compliance resource for department employees
Support leadership with their goals in relation to quality and service metrics
Assist with the creation of improvement plans for underperforming employees
Maintain accurate logs and records for all training conducted
Provide training with respect and professionalism at all times
Assist with workflow during times of high volume or when coverage is needed
Perform all duties of a histotechnologist/histotechnician as required, including but not limited to processing, embedding and microtomy and staining, including immunohistochemistry staining of formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue sections
Additional administrative tasks as needed