Histology Technician

Gilder Search Group; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Health Insurance

HSA with company match

PTO & Holidays

Company-Paid Life Insurance & LTD

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Employer Contribution

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Lighthouse Lab Services is seeking a Histology Technician in Wisconsin to support high-volume dermatopathology diagnostics. The role involves accessioning, processing, and slide preparation, with emphasis on accuracy, documentation, and teamwork.

Qualified candidates typically have an associate degree and NAACLS-accredited histology training, with CLIA knowledge. Competitive benefits and sign-on bonuses are offered in a full-time, evening-shift environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree required
• NAACLS-accredited histology training program required
• CLIA qualifications to perform duties preferred: 60 semester hours incl. 24 in medical lab tech or 24 in chemistry/biology
• Past histology technician experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Accession and receive tissue specimens.
• Prepare and process specimens for microscopic examination.
• Perform grossing and inking per CLIA requirements.
• Prepare media, reagents, chemicals, and solutions.
• Conduct tissue processing, embedding, microtomy/cutting, staining, cryostat use, and freezing.
• Label and prepare high-quality slides for pathology review.
• Examine slides microscopically and report deviations with oversight.
• Maintain and clean instruments and work areas.
• Manage supply inventory to support workflow.
• Complete QA/QC documentation accurately and on time.
• Participate in compliance training and regulatory standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s Degree

NAACLS-accredited histology training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Histology Technician

Pleasant Prairie, WI | Full-Time | Sunday-Thursday, 8:00 PM–4:30 AM OR Monday-Friday 3p-11:30p

Step into a rewarding career with Lighthouse Lab Services’ premier reference lab client, where your work directly supports life-changing dermatopathology diagnostics. We’re looking for a motivated Histology Technician who’s ready to learn, grow, and contribute to a high-volume, fast-paced laboratory team. If you’re detail-oriented, excited about hands‑on lab work, and driven to develop your skills in histotechnology, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career.

You’ll work with tissue specimens, prepare slides for microscopic examination, operate cutting‑edge equipment, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure seamless workflow throughout the histology lab. This is a great role for those beginning their histology career or looking to build strong foundational experience.

Salary and Benefits

• $30-$41/hr with HT or HTL ASCP certification
• $28-$32/hr without certfication
• Sign-On Bonus: $5,000
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with $500 company match
• PTO & Holiday Pay
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability (FT only)
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability & Additional Life Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity & Cancer Guardian Coverage
• 401(k) with Employer Contribution + Profit Sharing
• Employee Discounts & More!

What You’ll Do

• Accession and receive tissue specimens.

• Prepare and process specimens for microscopic examination.

• Perform grossing and inking activities as allowed under CLIA requirements.

• Prepare media, reagents, chemicals, and solutions.

• Conduct tissue processing, embedding, microtomy/cutting, staining, cryostat use, and freezing.

• Label and prepare high-quality slides for pathology review.

• Examine slides microscopically to identify abnormalities, reporting deviations with oversight.

• Identify and troubleshoot issues that may impact diagnostic accuracy.

• Preserve, store, log, file, and track specimens and slides.

• Maintain and clean instruments, equipment, and laboratory work areas.

• Manage supply inventory to support continuous workflow.

• Complete Agency-required QA/QC documentation accurately and on time.

• Participate in compliance training and adhere to all regulatory standards.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Associate’s Degree required
• Completion of a NAACLS-accredited histology training program required
• Preferred CLIA qualifications to perform specified job duties:

  • Minimum 60 semester hours including:

    • 24 hours in medical lab technology OR

    • 24 hours combined across chemistry, biology, and medical technology (with at least 6 hours each in chemistry and biology)

    • Plus 3 months documented lab training in high-complexity testing

• Previous histology technician experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of anatomy, tissue pathology, standard lab concepts, and procedures

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

• High integrity and confidentiality with sensitive information

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to learn new software quickly

• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and leadership

About Us

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 20 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry‑level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.
It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Lighthouse Lab Services | 800-838-0602 | lighthouselabservices.com

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