Histology Tech: Tissue Processing, Stains & IHC

Aurora Health Care; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care is seeking a Histotechnician to prepare tissue specimens for testing, cut precise tissue sections, and mount slides for analysis. This role supports pathologists and lab operations in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include embedding tissues in paraffin, maintaining block and slide inventories, and performing quality control under supervision. ASCP HT certification is required, with advanced biology training and strong attention to detail expected.

Qualifications

• HT certification required by ASCP BOC.
• Advanced training in Biology or related field is required.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Accession, label, and prepare specimens for testing; cut tissue sections and place on slides.
• Embed tissue in paraffin; maintain filing for blocks, slides, and wet tissue.
• Process tissue for full preservation and paraffin infiltration.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Safe handling of sharp instruments

Computer skills

Problem solving

Education

Advanced training in Biology or related field

Job description

Aurora Health Care is seeking a Histotechnician to prepare tissue specimens for testing, cut precise tissue sections, and mount slides for analysis. This role supports pathologists and lab operations in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include embedding tissues in paraffin, maintaining block and slide inventories, and performing quality control under supervision. ASCP HT certification is required, with advanced biology training and strong attention to detail expected.