HISTOLOGY TECHNICIAN I OR II OR HISTOTECHNOLOGIST, WDL; FULL TIME - 2ND SHIFT

About the role

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories (WDL) is a subsidiary of Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, offering comprehensive clinical laboratory services across various healthcare settings. As a Histology Technician I, II, or Histotechnologist, you will play a crucial role in preparing tissue specimens for pathological examination.

Responsibilities

• Consistently receives, accepts, and recognizes specimens and requests that arrive in the lab.
• Maintains specimen identification throughout the entire process, including proper handling of STAT specimens.
• Processes special testing requests according to protocol, including bone marrow decal and processing.
• Operates and maintains Peloris and VIP processors, performing daily maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Embeds tissue blocks according to department standards, ensuring adequate paraffin supply and maintaining a clean work area.
• Operates and maintains microtome, determining acceptable vs. unacceptable sections and cutting blocks within timeframes.
• Prepares and maintains stains, selecting appropriate reagents and demonstrating working knowledge of stainers and coverslippers.
• Uses Cerner to manage case assembly, pull slides and blocks, and resolve discrepancies before distribution.
• Maintains laboratory instruments according to established protocols, operating cryostats correctly and replacing blades as necessary.
• Performs special stains, programs, loads, unloads, and troubleshoots Artisan Links, and prepares staining solutions.
• Trains and mentors Histotechnicians I and II, students, and lab assistants, and writes and revises technical procedures.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Histotechnology or High School Diploma with HT or HTL ASCP certification or ASCP eligibility.
• Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program within the last 5 years, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current HTL ASCP certification for Histotechnologist positions.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Histotechnology or High School Diploma with HT or HTL ASCP certification or ASCP eligibility.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Histotechnology or Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry.
• Current HTL ASCP certification for Histotechnologist positions.

Skills

• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
• Knowledge of histology techniques and equipment.
• Ability to follow detailed protocols and maintain accurate records.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Growth opportunities through career pathways and tuition assistance
• CEU opportunities
• Academic partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 401K
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits

Pay

Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time, 2nd shift (3:00 pm - 11:30 pm; Monday - Friday)