Histology Technician

Jobtailor; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Histotechnician to prepare tissue samples for testing, cut sections, embed in paraffin, and maintain slide filing. You will work under supervision to ensure specimens are accessioned correctly and prepared for pathologists.

The role requires HT certification, biology-related training, and strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and computer skills. No prior experience required, but a commitment to quality and safety is essential.

Qualifications

• HT certification required by ASCP BOC.
• Advanced training beyond high school in biology or related field.
• No experience required.
• Knowledge of human anatomy.
• Detail oriented with good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to safely handle sharp instruments.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to meet physical requirements including lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Accession and label specimens for testing.
• Cut quality tissue sections and mount on slides.
• Embed tissue in paraffin blocks and maintain slide filing.
• Process tissues for preservation and infiltration.
• Perform routine and special stains and immunohistochemistry.
• Assist pathologists during procedures and with frozen sections.
• Maintain compliance with accrediting standards.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Stress management

Manual dexterity

Education

ASCP HT certification

Biology-related program

Advanced training beyond high school

Tools

Specimen accessioning

Tissue section cutting

Paraffin embedding

Routine stains

Special stains

Computer log retrieval

Instrument maintenance

Equipment operation

Manual dexterity

Job description

• Ensure specimens are properly accessioned, labeled, and suitable for testing
• Cut quality tissue sections at proper thickness and place them on glass slides
• Embed tissue into paraffin blocks
• Maintain filing systems for paraffin tissue blocks, slides, and wet tissue
• Process tissue using processors for preservation and paraffin infiltration
• Perform routine and special stains, immunohistochemistry, cover slipping, verification, and slide distribution
• Retrieve and print computer logs
• Manage daily workflow for recuts, special stains, immunohistochemistry, control slides, and send-outs according to established protocols
• Perform and document quality control; evaluate results and take corrective action under guidance
• Perform and document cleaning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of instruments and equipment
• Assist pathologists during frozen section procedures
• Ensure compliance with accrediting agency standards
• Provide assistance to pathologists, externs, and other team members
• May perform other related duties
• May require travel

Requirements

• Histotechnician (HT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC)
• Advanced training beyond High School that includes completion of an accredited or approved program in Biology or related field
• No experience required
• Knowledge of human anatomy
• Detail oriented with good organizational and communication skills
• Ability to safely handle sharp instruments
• Proficient computer skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner
• Good manual dexterity
• Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job
• Ability to meet physical requirements, including lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to wear appropriate lab coat, gloves, gowns, and eye and face protection as needed

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in histotechnology, including specimen accessioning, tissue processing, and quality control. Proficient in immunohistochemistry and maintaining compliance with accrediting agency standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Histotechnician Certification (HT)
• Tissue Processing
• Immunohistochemistry
• Quality Control Documentation
• Human Anatomy Knowledge

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Specimen Accessioning
• Tissue Section Cutting
• Paraffin Embedding
• Routine and Special Stains
• Computer Log Retrieval
• Instrument Maintenance
• Manual Dexterity
• Equipment Operation

Soft Skills

• Detail Oriented
• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Problem-Solving Ability
• Stress Management

Certifications & Qualifications

• Histotechnician Certification (HT)

Industry Keywords

• Accrediting Agency Standards
• Laboratory Safety
• Pathology Assistance
• Quality Assurance
• Tissue Handling