Histotechnician

Labcorp

Shelton, CT, USA
Process human tissue specimens
Perform technical duties
Section embedded tissue
Process human tissue and body fluid specimens in preparation for microscopic exam and perform technical duties related to the production of histopathological slides of surgical specimens

Job Summary

  • Process human tissue and body fluid specimens in preparation for microscopic exam and perform technical duties related to the production of histopathological slides of surgical specimens.
  • Prepare the stains and reagents needed for special procedures, operate and maintain manual and automated instruments, and perform and document equipment maintenance as needed.
  • Labcorp offers 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 for eligible employees.

Matching Summary

Process human tissue and body fluid specimens in preparation for microscopic exam and perform technical duties related to the production of histopathological slides of surgical specimens.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Process human tissue specimens
  • Perform technical duties
  • Section embedded tissue
  • Prepare stains and reagents
  • Operate and maintain instruments
  • Adhere to quality control policies

Nice-to-have

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Highly organized
  • Familiarity with laboratory SOPs
  • Passion for helping people

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree in Histology
  • Associate's degree in Chemical or Biological science plus 1 year experience
  • Completion of Histology program (min 9 months)
  • 3 months histology experience
  • 3 months Immunohistochemistry experience
  • Histology and/or ASCP certifications
  • Pass standardized color vision screen

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