Histotechnologist at Labcorp Phoenix, AZ

Histotechnologist

Labcorp is seeking a Histotechnologist in Phoenix, AZ. The position offers a sign‑on bonus of $2,000 for external hires.

Employees 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
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Casual, PRN, and Part‑Time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week are eligible to participate only in the 401(k) Plan.

Work Schedule:

Tuesday – Saturday, 2:00pm – 10:30pm.

• 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 laboratory's quality control policies
• Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, analysis and reporting
• Document problems that may affect test performance and perform corrective actions as needed

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

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion 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 of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), 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.