Dermatology Histology Technician: Lab Prep & QC

Forefront Dermatology; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Forefront Dermatology in Wisconsin is seeking a Mohs Tech to accession specimens, prepare slide trays and support overall lab organization and maintenance. This full-time position works Tuesday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.

to 4:00 p.m., and requires a High School Diploma or GED with preferred Associate’s degree. The role emphasizes histology processing, record management, and quality control in a dermatology lab.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general medical terminology is preferred.
• Ability to type a minimum of 45 wpm with minimal errors is preferred.
• Must possess excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team.
• Ability to understand physician’s instructions/handwriting and know when to seek additional information or clarification.
• Must remain compliant with HIPAA, OSHA, and CLIA requirements; Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine histology tissue processing including embedding, microtomy, staining, and cover-slipping of tissue specimens for routine and specialized dermatologic procedures to support accurate diagnosis.
• Applies appropriate staining techniques to enhance tissue visualization for microscopic evaluation.
• Prepares and manages reagents, chemicals, and solutions required for histological procedures.
• Ensures proper storage, preservation, and handling of specimens following established protocols.
• Maintains accurate documentation and records of specimens and testing in accordance with laboratory policies and regulatory standards.
• Follows laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintenance of patient test results.
• Maintains records demonstrating proficiency testing samples are handled and documented in the same manner as patient samples.
• Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies and documents all quality control activities, instrument calibrations, procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
• Follows the laboratory’s established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance.
• Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either corrects the problems or immediately notifies the lab director.
• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
• Maintains, cleans, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment and participates in quality assurance activities.
• Monitors inventory levels and ensures adequate supply availability.
• Adheres to all safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Typing 45 wpm

Customer service

Communication

Organization

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Forefront Dermatology in Wisconsin is seeking a Mohs Tech to accession specimens, prepare slide trays and support overall lab organization and maintenance. This full-time position works Tuesday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.

to 4:00 p.m., and requires a High School Diploma or GED with preferred Associate’s degree. The role emphasizes histology processing, record management, and quality control in a dermatology lab.