Histology, Bench Technician, Evening Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Position & Client Overview:

A very large and well-known reference lab aligned with several hospitals in the Milwaukee area is seeking a histology technician for a permanent position on the second shift.

Certification and experience are preferred, but new grads are welcome to apply. Medical Laboratory Technicians who are very strong in Blood Bank are also encouraged to apply. Generalists who are very strong and love the Blood Bank are also encouraged to apply.

Salary Range: $31-40 per hour

These opportunities boast great pay, an $8,000 sign-on bonus, as well as a range of employment benefits that make it an attractive place to build a career. 

Employees enjoy comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, which ensure their well-being is well taken care of. The company also provides opportunities for professional growth through continuous training and development programs, allowing employees to advance their skills and careers. Additionally, they offer a supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance, ensuring that employees can maintain a healthy equilibrium between their professional and personal lives.

Living in the Milwaukee area is a delightful experience, offering a blend of urban excitement and natural beauty. The city is situated on the shores of Lake Michigan, providing stunning waterfront views and a variety of outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and beach volleyball. Milwaukee is also home to numerous parks, including the historic Lake Park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, where residents can enjoy picnics, hiking, and scenic walks. For indoor activities, the city boasts a vibrant cultural scene with museums, theaters, and the famous Milwaukee Art Museum. Additionally, Milwaukee hosts the world's largest music festival, Summerfest, which attracts top artists and offers a fantastic atmosphere for music lovers. Whether you prefer outdoor adventures or cultural experiences, Milwaukee has something for everyone.

Salary:

Job Summary:

Perform routine specimen preparation which involves cutting various tissue types and mounting them on glass slides for examination under the microscope by the pathologist.

Nationally certified histotechnician experienced in receiving, processing, and preparing patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the pathologist. Able to perform complex histologic procedures, recognize deviations from expected results, and analyze and correct problems using scientific principles learned from NAACLS training and [number] years of experience.

Skill Requirements:

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
• Dexterity and good hand-eye coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Remove tissue from a preservative solution, remove water from the sample, and replace it with paraffin wax
• Embed sample in a larger block of wax to prepare it for slicing before mounting it on a microtome
• Slice or section the sample then stain with special dyes and mount on a slide for viewing with a microscope

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree or 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) from a regionally accredited college/university with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry
• HT/L(ASCP) certification
• Or on the job trained/non certified per the lab approval

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law.