Histology Technician — Medical Device Lab (Contract)

Viltis Consulting; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Viltis Consulting is looking for an experienced Histology Technician for a 6-month contract in Richmond, IL. The role involves supporting medical device research and performing routine histology procedures including tissue processing and staining.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in a histology lab and familiarity with ISO 13485 and GxP requirements. This full-time position ensures compliance with quality standards while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a histology laboratory environment.
• Hands-on experience performing tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and H&E staining.
• Experience operating histology instrumentation including tissue processors and stainers.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, track, and process tissue specimens according to established procedures.
• Perform routine Hematoxylin & Eosin (H&E) staining and special staining procedures.
• Operate and maintain histology laboratory equipment.

Skills

Histology Laboratory Operations

Tissue Processing

Embedding

Microtomy

H&E Staining

Special Stains

Slide Preparation & Quality Assessment

Documentation & Data Integrity

ISO 13485 / GxP Compliance

Laboratory Quality Systems

Attention to Detail

Education

HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) certification

Tools

Tissue processors

Embedding centers

Rotary microtomes

Automated stainers

Coverslippers

Job description

Viltis Consulting is looking for an experienced Histology Technician for a 6-month contract in Richmond, IL. The role involves supporting medical device research and performing routine histology procedures including tissue processing and staining.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in a histology lab and familiarity with ISO 13485 and GxP requirements. This full-time position ensures compliance with quality standards while working in a dynamic environment.