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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 #LLS2 #J-18808-Ljbffr

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