What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histotechnologist - $10,000.00 SIGN ON BONUS position at Labcorp?
LabCorp is seeking a Histotechnologist to join our team at St. Thomas Midtown Hospital located in Nashville, TN
Work Schedule: 3rd Shift; Monday - Thursday (8pm - 6:30am) OR Monday- Friday (8pm - 4:30am)
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 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 a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
5 or more years experience working as a histotechnologist
5 or more years experience embedding and cutting small biopsy and needle core biopsy specimens
1 year of experience with Vantage system
Preferred Qualifications:
Histology and/or ASCP certifications
3 years of IHC and special staining experience
3 years of experience working in a laboratory environment
Additional Job Standards:
In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirement
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
We are seeking Histology Professionals to join the LabCorp team where we are dedicated to providing the highest quality medical laboratory services. Our services are performed with the utmost care, expertise, integrity and respect for the patient.
$10,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS (External Candidates Only)
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. For more detailed information, please click here.
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