Histotechnologist PRN Nights

Labcorp is seeking a Histotechnologist to join our team in Lakewood, CO .

Work Schedule
This is a PRN/Casual position, hours will be "as needed", will cover 3rd shift.

Job 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 in order 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

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Histology OR a Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Histology, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology with 1 years of more of histology experience

1 years or more of prior grossing experience

Preferred Qualifications

Current or prior Labcorp experience

Histology and/or ASCP certifications

Additional Job Standards

Familiarity with routine histology procedures and equipment

Immunohistochemistry experience

Comfortability embedding both large and small specimens

Ability to accurately read all labels and documents

Highly organized with a strong attention to detail

Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment is desirable

Familiarity with laboratory SOPs and safety protocols

Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

Pay Range

$24.00 - $37.00 per hour

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. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. 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.

Labcorp Is Proud To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer. Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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