Clinical Laboratory Technologist Trainee – Histology
Labcorp
- Location
- Onsite (USA - CT - Shelton - 1 Forest Parkway, Connecticut)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the Role
Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services advancing diagnostics and healthcare outcomes. This role involves performing technical grossing procedures, operating automated tissue processors, and managing slide organization within the Histology team under pathologist supervision.
Skills
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Disability
- 401(k)
- PTO
Perks
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Stock Purchase Plan
Full job details
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.
Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 6:00 pm - 2:30 am
Job Responsibilities
Perform all technical grossing procedures required to process and submit specimens for microscopic review as per standard operating procedures under the indirect and direct supervision of pathologists
Operate and maintain automated tissue processors, perform tissue embedding, Cryostat sectioning, operate and maintain tissue embedding units
Operate and maintain H&E stainers, IHC stainers, special stains stainers and cover slipping units, perform manual cover slipping
Provide recut preparation for microtomy and slide organization to perform case compilation for pathology
Quality control completed cases
Scan cases out of the lab to pathology, maintain logbooks, and be familiar with location of stored specimens
Locate specimens and pulls from various departments as requested, paraffin block filing, lab document archiving, prepare and discard chemical reagents such as reagent alcohols
Perform safety checks in lab
Work with chemicals such as Xylene, Alcohols, Formaldehyde, etc.
Handle minute patient tissue samples
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology
Preferred Qualifications
3 months or more of clinical laboratory testing experience
ASCP or AMT certification
Additional Job Standards
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus
High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
New Grads Welcome – Full Training Provided
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!
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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