Histology Technician – Surgical Pathology

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI seeks a Histology Technician – Surgical Pathology to prepare tissue samples, embed in paraffin, and perform microtomy with staining techniques. You will monitor instruments, maintain supply quality, and interact daily with pathologists and staff to ensure accurate diagnoses.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within UW Health’s Magnet-designated hospital system.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology required.
• Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tissue samples for examination by grossing and embedding in paraffin.
• Perform microtomy and staining techniques on glass slides; ensure quality control.
• Interact with pathologists and staff daily to support diagnostic workflow.

Skills

Histology

Surgical pathology

Education

Associate's Degree in laboratory science

Bachelor's Degree in medical technology

Tools

Paraffin embedding

Microtomy

Job description

Job Description

Work Schedule

100% FTE, day/evening shift. Monday through Friday 9:00AM – 5:30PM with rotating weekends and holidays. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay

• This position may be eligible for a $4,000 sign-on bonus.
• Additional components of compensation may include:
  • Evening and night shift differential
  • Weekend differential
  • On-call pay

Be part of something remarkable

Play an essential role in the quality and safety of patient care, performing a wide range of procedures that assist our providers with the diagnosis, treatment and management of patients and their health needs.

We are seeking a Histology Technician – Surgical Pathology to:

• Prepare tissue samples for examination under the microscope by grossing/dissecting biopsy specimens, embedding tissue in paraffin wax, performing microtomy and completing various staining techniques of tissue on glass slides.
• Basic instrument maintenance (temperatures, monitoring reagents), supply inventory and quality control to review and evaluate test or instrument performance.
• Interact daily with pathologists, residents, and both intradepartmental and interdepartmental staff.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology OR Education and training equivalent to an associate degree to include: Education: 60 semester hours including either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses Required
• Bachelor's Degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science Preferred

Work Experience

• Previous laboratory experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Histotechnician/Histotechnologist (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation’s leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

American Family Children’s Hospital

American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin—also a Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU, which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.