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We are seeking Per Diem/PRN Histology Professionals to join the LabCorp team where we are dedicated to providing the highest quality medical laboratory services.  Come work in our Pathology laboratory located in San Diego, CA alongside a highly trained staff with the latest technology.  Our services are performed with the utmost care, expertise, integrity and respect for the patient. Our laboratory in San Diego focuses on a variety of specimens, including dermatology, GI, GYN, colon, gall bladder, and more.

This is per diem/PRN position, up to 19 hours per week.

Schedule: 2nd shift, starting after 11am.

Address:: 13112 Evening Creek Dr. San Diego CA 92128

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 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 when needed

Job Requirements:

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a Life Science and meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
• Minimum 3 years experience working in a histology lab required
• ASCP Histology certification or other relevant Histology certifications preferred
• Familiarity with routine histology procedures and equipment
• Ability to accurately read all labels and documents
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen

Pay Range: $35-38/hour

Benefits: 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. Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Company bonus where applicable.  For more detailed information, please click here.

If you're 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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