Lead Histotechnician

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Histology Team Lead to join our team in Houston, TX.

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 10:00pm- 6:20am

Job Responsibilities 

• Assist the supervisor with the day to day operations of the Histology department 

• Send daily, weekly and monthly productions reports to management 

• Assist with the training of new hires and the development of current employees 

• Keep supervisor informed of group progress, problems, employee performance and any significant factors affecting assigned responsibilities 

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria 

• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to SOPs 

• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality 

• Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls 

• Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care 

• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures 

• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary 

• Assist with processing of specimens when needed 

• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment 

 Minimum Qualifications 

• Associate’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Histology, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology  

• 3 years or more of experience or more as a Histotechnician/Histotechnologist 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Current or prior Labcorp experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Histology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology  

• Histology and/or ASCP certifications  

• 1 year or more of Immunohistochemistry experience

• 1 year or more of supervising or leading a team

Additional Job Standards 

• Experiece with laboratory SOPs and safety protocols 

• Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office 

• Comfortability embedding both large and small specimens 

• Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment  

• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal 

• High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills 

• Comfortability making decisions in a changing environment 

• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test 

• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position 

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, 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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