Histotechnician

Are you an experienced Medical Lab Professional Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career or start your career in Medical Lab Science

PAML a LabCorp company is seeking Histology Professionals to join the PAML team where we are dedicated to providing the highest quality medical laboratory services. Come work in our Pathology laboratory located at our site in Tukwila WA alongside a highly trained staff with the latest technology. Our services are performed with the utmost care expertise integrity and respect for the patient.

Pay Range: $24.00 - $32.00 hourly

Plus 2nd Shift Differential

All job offers will bebased on a candidates skills and prior relevant experience applicabledegrees/certificationsas well as internal equity and market data

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 12:00 pm to 8:30 pm overtime and rotating weekends may be required

Work Location: 2811 S 102nd St Tukwila WA

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. Casual PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information pleaseclick here.

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 in order 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 laboratorys quality control policies
• Follow the laboratorys procedures for specimen handling and processing analysis and reporting
• Document problems that may affect test performance and perform corrective actions as needed

Requirements

• Associates degree in a Chemical or Biological science Clinical Laboratory Science Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
• Histology and/or ASCPcertifications are
• Previous experience in histology is preferred but not required
• Familiarity with routine histology procedures and equipment
• Immunohistochemistry experience is a plus
• Comfortability embedding both large and small specimens
• Ability to accurately read all labels and documents
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
• Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment is desirable
• Familiarity with laboratory SOPs and safety protocols
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen

If youre looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth continual development professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference apply today!

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