Histotechnologist I (Second Shift)

Labcorp is seeking a Histotechnologist I to join our team in Torrance, CA.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 2pm-10:30pm

Job Responsibilities

• Utilize knowledge and experience with histology samples to maintain proper storage conditions and facilitate accessioning of blocks and slides (stained and unstained).
• Routine decalcification, processing, embedding, microtomy and re-embedding of human tissue specimens from patients enrolled in clinical trials.
• Perform routine, special stains, and advanced staining assays according to SOPs, protocols, and in line with global and regional regulatory requirements.
• Perform slide scanning as required and according to protocols.
• Ensure that Special Handling specimens are picked up from the appropriate area, sorted, accessioned, pre-scanned and registered into the appropriate temperature bins in a timely fashion.
• Generation and application of specialized labels to include aliquot and/or mini labels with client specific elements.

• General duties including but not limited to:
• Resolve pendings. Retrieve and check specimens against pending list. Document specimen discrepancies. Notify laboratory management when specimen discrepancies are not resolved.
• Prepare workstation, instrumentation and maintenance on instruments and/or equipment daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually. Ability to adequately maintain accurate records and both adhere to Standard Operating Procedures:
• Calibrate instruments, verification of temperature, and logging of data as required.
• Ensure that maintenance is performed and documented according to SOP.
• Perform basic instrument and/or equipment troubleshooting.
• Document corrective actions for unusual occurrences.
• Notify management when an instrument and/or equipment does not meet specifications.
• Ability to use different application software.
• Document quality control results.
• Perform proficiency testing survey as patient specimens.
• Reagents, material and supplies monitoring:
• Order, receive, open and place in service all reagents/material according to SOPs.
• Document implementation of new reagents/material according to SOPs.
• Perform lot-to-lot comparison according to SOPS.
• Perform inventory and checks of reagents/material.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures and performs all departmental and interdepartmental SOP’s as written.
• Adheres to safety and occupational health policies and standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or a non-traditional Bachelor’s degree that meets local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
• Six months of clinical laboratory testing experience OR an MLS degree

Preferred Qualifications

• ASCP or AMT certification
• Six months histology experience

Additional Job Standards

• Able to work in a team as well as independently
• Dynamic attitude and ability to work under pressure
• Ability to take up challenges
• Strong detail orientation
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills
• Ability to use several software packages i.e., Word, Excel, Visio
• Ability to adequately maintain accurate records and both adhere to and author Standard Operating Procedures.
• Able to troubleshoot problems with automated histological equipment.
• Requires theoretical and practical knowledge of histology and processing of human tissue specimens, including handling and storage of histology samples.
• Candidate must have the knowledge of molecular histology and techniques, including immunohistochemistry and FISH.
• Candidate must be familiar with labeling and accessioning procedures and tracking of paraffin tissue blocks and slides.

At Labcorp we have a passion for helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step! Join us and discover a path filled with opportunities for growth, continuous learning, professional challenges, and the chance to truly make a difference. Apply today!

Pay Range: $23.00-$36.23

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. 

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. For more detailed information, please click here. 

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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