Histology Externship Program - Fall 2026

American Addiction Centers • West Allis, WI

20h • $24 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

This Histology Externship Program for Fall 2026 is a full-time, benefits-eligible position within the Anatomic Pathology department. The program focuses on ensuring the smooth operation of the gross room, maintaining cleanliness and disinfection standards according to CAP and OSHA, and managing specimen deliveries and slide distribution. The extern will also be responsible for ordering and monitoring supplies, overseeing the filing and storage of specimen blocks and slides, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. This role involves coordinating work assignments, communicating with supervisors, and training staff on gross room techniques, frozen sections, and fine needle aspirations. The position requires the ability to demonstrate knowledge of patient care appropriate to all age groups, understanding growth and development principles, and assessing patient status based on age-specific needs.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Science Related field
• Typically requires 5 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of human anatomy.
• Demonstrated knowledge of biologic sciences and medical terminology.
• Must know how to safely handle sharp instruments.
• Must be detail oriented and have good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include alternate site assignment and on-call for autopsies.
• Keyboarding and typing skills.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assures the smooth operation of all gross room function, all Anatomic Pathology is cleaned, disinfected and maintained according to CAP and OSHA standards.
• Ensures that in-house specimen deliveries are received and noted on schedule.
• Ensures that incoming slides by couriers are promptly distributed to pathologists.
• Orders supplies according to standard operating procedures.
• Monitors supply usage.
• Ensures adequate levels of supplies and timely placement of orders.
• Works with supply chain management to resolve any quality issues.
• Oversees filing and storage of specimen blocks and slides; Performs, teaches and assures filing and documentation procedures are followed for specimen blocks and slides; Assures accurate record-keeping and filing of all specimens and slides.
• Organizes and appropriately stores specimens from other sites.
• Maintains necessary records and disposes specimens in accordance with CAP regulations.
• Ensures accuracy of tissue part type and that work is completed is a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensures that specimens in cassettes are sent to IL Central Lab (ICL) and slide specimens are received by courier from ICL and all documentation complete and accurate.
• Assures accurate and timely retrieval of slides for patients, conferences and send-outs.
• Assures accurate and detailed chain of custody documentation.
• Documents problems and takes corrective action relating to specimens, equipment or complaints.
• Reports unresolved or unusual situations or problems to the supervisor.
• Utilizes principles of Continuous Quality Improvement.
• Under the direction of the laboratory supervisor, coordinates work assignments in autopsy, FNA, gross room, filing slide distribution and billing.
• Communicates and escalates concerns that occur during the scheduled shift to supervisor for appropriate resolution.
• Performs, teaches and trains all facets of gross room techniques, frozen sections and fine needle aspirations to associates, residents and new pathologists.
• Serves as technical resource to staff, as appropriate.
• In conjunction with supervisor and director, updates and maintains department policies and procedures.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree